#MyTrilogyLife Magazine Volume 4 by BlueStar Resort & Golf

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HAPPINESS “WHOLE HEALTH” AND HOW TO ACHIEVE IT

DECKING THE HALLS OF THE

WHITE HOUSE Happily Ever After,

AGAIN

BANDING TOGETHER Walk It Off

TRILOGY®

GIVES BACK

A TRANSFORMATIONAL TALE

Trilogy® resident Scott Schreiber rocks a sold out show to fund cancer research

EXPAND YOUR Tune in to Trilogy®'s Virtual Keynote Speaker Series featuring Dr. Roger Landry, MD, MPH. How we live determines how we age. Throughout 2022, Dr. Landry will discuss how Trilogy’s Five Pillars of Wellness – Physical Fitness, Emotional Confidence, Intellectual Enrichment, Spiritual Well-Being, and Social Connection – promote healthy aging.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Dr. Roger Landry

HORIZONS NEW YEAR. NEW YOU. Sat, January 8th PHYSICAL FITNESS Sat, March 19th EMOTIONAL CONFIDENCE Sat, May 14th INTELLECTUAL ENRICHMENT Sat, July 16th SPIRITUAL WELL-BEING Sat, September 10 th

SOCIAL CONNECTION Sat, November 12th

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COAST to COAST Trilogy® at Tehaleh® Bonney Lake, WA

Trilogy® Sunstone Las Vegas, NV

Trilogy® Valor Kuna, ID

Trilogy® in Summerlin® Las Vegas, NV

Trilogy® Bickford Lincoln, CA

Trilogy® at The Vineyards Brentwood, CA

Trilogy® at Monarch Dunes Nipomo, CA

Trilogy® at The Polo Club Indio, CA

Trilogy® Orlando Groveland, FL

Trilogy® Lake Norman Denver, NC

trilogy® at Wickenburg Ranch Wickenburg, AZ

Trilogy® at Vistancia® Peoria, AZ

Trilogy® at Verde River™ Rio Verde, AZ

Encanterra®, a Trilogy® Resort Community Queen Creek, AZ

Trilogy® at Lake Frederick Lake Frederick, VA

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

MEMBER CONTRIBUTORS

KELCI COOPER

GENE ADLER / Trilogy® at Vistancia® CORT BAKER / Trilogy® at Monarch Dunes SHARON BLACK / Trilogy® at The Polo Club PATRICIA AND TIM BOISVIN / Trilogy® at Tehaleh® GWEN COX / Trilogy® Orlando BROOK DOUGHERTY / Trilogy® at The Polo Club PAUL W. EMERT / Trilogy® Orlando TERRI FORMOSA / Trilogy® Lake Norman IRVING GEORGES / Trilogy® Orlando GEORGE HAMLIN / Trilogy® Orlando KEVIN HANRAHAN / Trilogy® at Lake Frederick JAN HARDING / Trilogy® at Verde River™ LARRY HO / Encanterra®, a Trilogy® Resort Community HAROLD JOSEPH / Trilogy® at Monarch Dunes LAURA KAPSALIS / Trilogy® at Verde River™ HANK KASHDAN / Trilogy® Lake Norman JAMES KROPP / Trilogy® at Verde River™ LISA LIANG / Trilogy® Orlando PATRICIA PILLARD McCULLEY / Trilogy® at The Vineyards PAT MEDEIROS / Trilogy® in Summerlin® BILL MOORE / Trilogy® at Lake Frederick DR. VIVIAN NIX-EARLY / Trilogy® Orlando MICHAEL O’CONNOR / Trilogy® at The Vineyards SALVATORE PETRUZZELLA / Trilogy® at Verde River™ ANDREW PIESKI / Trilogy® Orlando SHARON PINSKA / Encanterra®, a Trilogy® Resort Community JANE RANKIN / Trilogy® Lake Norman KAY RIVARD / Trilogy® Orlando ED ROGNER / Trilogy® Orlando RUTH ROTKOWITZ / Trilogy® at Vistancia® DIANA ROSE / Encanterra®, a Trilogy® Resort Community BARBARA ROZA / Trilogy® at Wickenburg Ranch SCOTT SCHREIBER / Encanterra®, a Trilogy® Resort Community LAURANCE SHINDERMAN / Trilogy® at Monarch Dunes MEL SMITH / Encanterra®, A Trilogy® Resort Community ROSE SECRETAN / Trilogy® Orlando JUSTINE AND BOB SPELMAN / Trilogy® at Monarch Dunes CATHY HENDERSON TENCH AND ROGER TENCH / Trilogy® Lake Norman DAN UMBERGER / Encanterra®, a Trilogy® Resort Community JENNIFER THEIN WILLIAMS / Trilogy® at Monarch Dunes FREDERICK WYSOCKI / Trilogy® at Vistancia® CINDY AND HAROLD YOUNG / Trilogy® at Tehaleh®

CREATIVE DIRECTOR ANDREA MINOGUE

ASSOCIATE EDITOR BEN KEILHOLTZ

SPECIAL CONTRIBUTORS AMANDA BENTON KERI BIRCHBY BROOK DOUGHERTY SHAUNA FARMER VERONICA FREGOSO JENNY KARSON EMMA KEIDER DR. ROGER LANDRY RYAN NOLL LISA PENNINGTON SARA RAINEY STEVE ROSA DR. AMY WHITTINGTON

OUR COVER PHOTO: This edition’s cover photo features Scott Schreiber, a Member at Encanterra®, a Trilogy® Resort Community in Queen Creek, Arizona. The photo was taken during a benefit concert for Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, featuring his band, Copper Hollow. Read more about Copper Hollow and their efforts to raise money for cancer research on page 33.

This is a collection of Member stories that are reproduced with permission and their views are not necessarily those of Shea Homes® or Trilogy® by Shea Homes® and its representatives.

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YOUR MAGA Z INE, YOUR STOR I ES A LETTER FROM THE EDITOR It’s hard to believe it has been two years since the last edition of this magazine and my last Editor's Letter. Much like quite a bit else in our lives, the #MyTrilogyLife Magazine took a short hiatus as we all navigated this “new normal”. I’d like to start by sending my heartfelt condolences to everyone in our communities who has been affected by the pandemic. This has been a difficult time for many, and as friends, family, and neighbors, it’s important that we come together and provide support and show empathy. With that being said, we have tried not to make this edition of the magazine a coronavirus “scrapbook” or “yearbook,” but we’d be remiss not to catalog the impact of this time in our lives, and more importantly, showcase how our Members were able to make it through the tough times. Whether it be how Trilogy® at Tehaleh® never stopped exploring (Traveling in Your Own Backyard on page 19), how the Trilogy Knights Chess Club brought people together virtually (Making (Check) Mates on page 36), or how friendships were still made despite all of the obstacles in the way (Meatballs on page 66), I hope these stories renew your spirit of adventure, and remind us all of the importance of staying active mentally and socially. Perhaps most important of all, I hope they shine a light on the immense value of friendship. As we’ve eased back into “regular” life, I’m excited to have had the opportunity to bring back this celebration of our Members and tell just some of the stories of the amazing people they are (Glad to Be Here, Boss on page 42) and the outstanding things that they do (Trilogy Gives Back on page 44 and Buzz Cut for St. Baldrick’s on page 74). On behalf of the entire #MyTrilogyLife Magazine team, it has been an absolute pleasure to be able to learn so much about our Members, and we can’t wait to continue telling these stories. Everyone has one to share, and we all have something to learn. Thank you for your unwavering support and willingness to share your amazing stories with us. They inspire us more than you know. n All the best,

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22 PASSIONATE PURSUITS WITH ENCANTERRA® MEMBER MEL SMITH AND ORLANDO MEMBER DR. VIVIAN NIX-EARLY

26 2 TRILOGY® COAST TO COAST

4 LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

MEMORIES IN MY OWN WORDS

Call Me GRANDMA BY ORLANDO MEMBER ROSE SECRETAN

CONNECTIONS THROUGH COFFEE, COCKTAILS, AND CARS

TRILOGY®’S WHY

MEMBER BARBARA ROZA

BEHIND the Idea: Home SWAP 12

BY EMMA KEIDER WITH WICKENBURG RANCH

30 STARTING OVER… LATER IN LIFE BY KELCI COOPER WITH LAKE NORMAN MEMBERS CATHY HENDERSON TENCH AND ROGER TENCH

33 BANDING TOGETHER TO FIGHT CANCER

WALK IT OFF

BY EMMA KEIDER WITH ENCANTERRA® MEMBER

BY RYAN NOLL WITH SUMMERLIN® MEMBER PAT MEDEIROS

SCOTT SCHREIBER

PROUD TO SERVE BY BEN KEILHOLTZ WITH LAKE FREDERICK MEMBER KEVIN HANRAHAN

Making (Check) MATES BY KELCI COOPER WITH VISTANCIA® MEMBER GENE ADLER

TRAVELING IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD

PURSUING PICKLEBALL

SSL SIGHTSEERS EXPLORE THEIR WAY THROUGH WASHINGTON

BY EMMA KEIDER WITH VERDE RIVER™

BY KELCI COOPER

MEMBERS JAN HARDING AND JAMES KROPP

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50 TRILOGY® NATIONAL CALENDAR

54 TRILOGY® COMMUNITY SNAPSHOTS

58 GIFTS TO GIVE

63 STEP IT UP FOUR YEARS AND THOUSANDS OF MEMBERS LATER, GAIT-TO-GATE IS TRILOGY’S LARGEST NATIONAL PROGRAM

78 ON THE HORIZON LOOKING AHEAD TO THREE NEW COMMUNITIES

81 OUR MEMBERS HAVE BEEN TALKING ABOUT US

“GLAD TO BE HERE, BOSS”

HOLISTIC HEALTH & HAPPINESS

BY POLO CLUB MEMBER BROOK DOUGHERTY

BY DR. AMY WHITTINGTON

WITH MEMBER SHARON BLACK

44 Trilogy ® GIVES BACK DO GOOD. FEEL GOOD.

BY RYAN NOLL WITH THE VINEYARDS MEMBER MICHAEL O’CONNOR

48 DECKING THE HALLS OF THE WHITE HOUSE

MEATBALLS? ONE MEMBER’S STORY OF BUILDING NEW FRIENDSHIPS BY POLO CLUB MEMBER BROOK DOUGHERTY

All

in FOCUS

BY KELCI COOPER WITH ORLANDO MEMBER ANDREW PIESKI

BY EMMA KEIDER WITH VERDE RIVER™

MEMBER LAURA KAPSALIS

BUZZ CUT FOR ST. BALDRICK’S

BY EMMA KEIDER WITH MONARCH DUNES MEMBER

YOUR NEXT CHAPTER

CORT BAKER

GET COMMITTED TO YOUR HEALTHY LONGEVITY

BY DR. ROGER LANDRY, MD, MPH AND AUTHOR OF

COMING UP ROSA

“LIVE LONG, DIE SHORT: A GUIDE TO AUTHENTIC HEALTH AND SUCCESSFUL AGING”

Q&A WITH BLUESTAR RESORT & GOLF'S VP, FOOD & BEVERAGE

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Trilogy® believes that, when provided the opportunity for self-reflection, we ultimately recognize that what has been true from every civilization since the beginning of time, is true for us as well: Sharing a friendly and secure environment among peers is the ideal platform for happiness. Furthermore, we believe that nowhere is this opportunity for elevated happiness more acute than in the emerging “third act” of life, when a career transition is often occurring and children are starting their independent lives. We also know that – behind only water and food – shelter is the most vital of all needs. And that the home you live in and the community you share, represent more than just sticks and bricks. Rather, when selected properly, they help us to forge a true connection with ourselves and to the world around us. Finally, we believe that many take too long to recognize what could truly make them happy: Freedom of choice; Wellness of body and spirit; and Connection to themselves and others. Thus, they choose to resist change and simply succumb to the powerful force of inertia, accepting the status quo as good enough. We believe that “good enough” is not good enough. Trilogy communities have been proven to make people happier, and we feel passionately that it is our responsibility to share that message with those who may be unaware. Because we hold these beliefs so close to our hearts, Trilogy is compelled to create communities which are unique in execution but consistent in promise. Where discerning buyers can own a distinct home among distinct people who, over time, may become acquaintances, close friends, or even life-chosen family. Or, at the very least, friendly neighbors with whom trust is shared. And we believe that when we attract those who believe what we believe, together we reach what is the goal of all of us – more genuine happiness in our lives. n

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Behind the Idea

Trilogy ’s Home Swap ®

WITH BEN KEILHOLTZ OF BLUESTAR RESORT & GOLF, TRILOGY®’S TRUSTED HOSPITALITY PARTNER

TRILOGY® LAKE NORMAN

TRILOGY® AT VISTANCIA'S KIVA CLUB

TRILOGY® AT WICKENBURG RANCH

TRILOGY® AT TEHALEH®'S SEVEN SUMMITS LODGE

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In early 2020 - yes, early 2020 - Trilogy® launched a new program for its Members across

MTL:

the country. Using an upgrade built within the

this is a vacation rental

Members-only MyTrilogyLife.com web platform, Members in Trilogy communities across the

Does that mean

service?

bk:

I would say it is

a cousin of that, but

country could offer their homes to fellow Trilogy

not that exactly. First,

Members looking to travel. As a host, they could

it’s

offer a room or the entire home. And as a traveler, Members could now combine their Reciprocal Access privileges with a home to stay in on-site. Other than the timing, it is an obvious win-win. So how did it come to be? And how does it work now? We talk to Home

exclusively

for

BEN KEILHOLTZ

Trilogy Members visiting Trilogy communities. Second, the currency isn't necessarily monetary. In fact, the platform itself doesn't even have a booking engine. We've created a listing service, and Members can then work directly with other Members to decide if they want to host on a complimentary basis, if they want to host as a rental, or if they want to trade time or access. For example, a Member in Arizona can offer a Member in Washington a week in Arizona in March in exchange for a week in Washington in

Swap project champion Ben Keilholtz from

August. People can work directly together to decide what makes

BlueStar Resort & Golf to find out more.

sense for them (and what complies with their community rules).

MTL: Has the program been successful? bk: Well, it depends on how you measure success. The technology

MTL: So Ben, how did Home Swap come to be? bk: Like most of the best ideas we've had over the years, it

works great. The Members who have used the service like it. But,

started with our Members. A few years ago, we introduced

and the generally reduced travel demand, it hasn't taken off as

Reciprocal Access (the program that allows traveling Members

much as I'm confident it ultimately will. When I describe Home

to use Club facilities at other Trilogy® communities across the

Swap to Members, they love the idea. What we're working

due mostly to the "stranger danger" that accompanied COVID

country), and not too long after, we started getting requests

on now is transitioning from support to action. I expect in the

for homes to stay in while they were traveling. At the same

coming months we'll see considerable progress on this front.

time, we knew we had residents willing to offer either all or part of their homes to these travelers. We basically just had to figure out a way to connect the dots.

MTL: How did you connect the dots? bk: MyTrilogyLife.com makes it a

MTL: Where can Members learn more? bk: Those who spend time with me will know this answer because they hear it often - visit the "More Fun Stuff" section on MTL. More Fun Stuff is the place where we put all the fun stuff

lot easier, since that

that doesn't really have a perfect home on the site, like the

platform is proprietary to Trilogy and we have a development

Barrel Masters wine program, our Explore 360 travel service,

team available to us who can make enhancements. We took

and, of course, Home Swap. I encourage all Members to check

influence from industry standards like Airbnb and VRBO, and

it out. n

just melded those into a Trilogy-specific tool on MTL.

Ben Keilholtz is a Vice President with BlueStar Resort & Golf, Trilogy's hospitality management partner. Ben has worked with Trilogy communities since 2001, and under his direction, BlueStar's Marketing, Lifestyle, and Communications team works hard each day to deliver the Trilogy promise of a happier, healthier, more enriched version of life to our Members.

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ONE MEMBER’S TRANSFORMATION

STEP-BY -STEP Ready for some startling information? According to a recent study conducted by the Center for Aging, nearly 40% of the population 51 and over is considered overweight, and upwards of 23% of both men and women are considered clinically obese. That means more than two-thirds of Americans 51 and over are not at a healthy weight. Let that sink in for a moment. Two-thirds of

that triggered me. I could get down to the floor pretty

people 51+ are at greater risk of chronic illnesses

easily, but I was unable to get up on my own. That’s

such as heart disease, diabetes, and the list goes on.

when I realized it was time to do something and to

“Obesity, especially among the age groups found at Trilogy , is an epidemic and not enough ®

people are talking or doing enough about it,” said Michele Chovan-Taylor, Wellness Coordinator at

start on a path to get healthier.” Initiating a rigorous fitness routine wasn’t in the cards for Pat, though. “I was intimidated at first,” she said. “I wasn’t

Trilogy® in Summerlin®. “It’s become a huge part in

ready to go all in on a fitness program that would

what drives me every day. I want every Member, no

leave me tired every day and that required a lot of

matter what size or shape they’re in, to get started on

time in the gym. This is where and when Michele

the right path and start living happier and healthier

became an absolute lifesaver for me. She showed me

lives. And no, it’s not about hitting the gym every

that almost any physical activity can be my activity,

day and working out incessantly. It starts simply

so long as I stick with it. So, I started with something

with taking that first step.”

I knew I’d enjoy – walking.”

Speaking of first step, Pat Medeiros, a Trilogy Member since 2018, took Michele at her word. “When I moved to Trilogy, I was excited to learn

“Walking regularly has tremendous fitness benefits,” said Michele. “I think most people know that. But I like to dig a little deeper and look at fitness

that my multi-story home came equipped with an

training as a physical and mental process. Walking

elevator because I knew there was no way I’d make it

is also great for both those things because you

up one flight of stairs, let alone two,” Pat explained.

can use that time to either engage in meaningful

But it wasn’t just the stairs that prompted Pat to make some significant lifestyle changes. “I was thrilled to move to Summerlin because it meant I was able to live closer to my children and

conversations with friends or neighbors, or if you walk alone, you can listen to music or audiobooks and explore your local area.” “I started walking less than a mile and didn’t

grandchildren,” Pat said. “Yet, there was a moment

force myself too soon in the process,” Pat said. “But

when I was on the floor playing with my grandchildren

since walking has been part of my weekly routine, a

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few times a week, I walk about three to four miles at a brisk pace now and love every second of it.” “In classes that I teach, especially the low impact

me, having Michele encourage me and motivate me is

ones, I integrate mental workouts,” said Michele. “I

what made the difference. I’ve already recommended

might ask the class to think of a sport that doesn’t

my friends at Trilogy to reach out and talk to Michele

use a ball or name a color that doesn’t have the letter

about getting fit – but really, that’s something

‘e’ in it. Things like that keep the mind sharp and you

everyone should do at their local Trilogy Club. Find

can do all those kinds of things while out on a walk.”

a mentor and someone to encourage you and

A four-mile walk can log up to 10,000 steps and on average can burn up to 500 calories. “Walking has helped me lose 30 pounds,” Pat said. “I even started to go to the gym and take Zumba and strength classes to build muscle. Walking is what gave

nudge you in the right direction. It helped me so much, and no doubt it’ll help others, too.” And it’s not just a mentor that has helped Pat, those around her chipped in, too. “The members of the walking club here and the

me the energy and confidence to do that. If I didn’t

gals in the workout classes are all so supportive,”

start with walking, I just don’t think I would have ever

said Pat. “That’s something we don’t hear enough

found myself enjoying classes the way I do now.”

about. Everyone thinks that the gym is full of people

“Trilogy already goes out of its way to encourage

who are competing with one another and/or who

every community to get out and go for a walk with

aren’t interested in anyone else. The experience

the annual Gait-to-Gate initiative that happens every

that I’ve had at Trilogy is the exact opposite. I’ve

November,” said Michele. “But there are 11 more

come to realize that in this community, the people

months in a year where walking can and should be a

are so supportive and encouraging. It truly is

part of our lives. If you don’t want to walk outdoors

something special we have here at Trilogy. Nobody

in the elements, find a local shopping mall or try a

should be afraid to step foot in a gym.”

treadmill at your local Club. But when seasons are nice and the weather is great, a brisk walk can help you feel better physically and lift your mood as well.” “I know it’s a simple thing, but when you’re un-

What does this mean for you? “Take that first step!” said Michele. “Just get out and walk, even if it’s for a few minutes a day. Pace yourself and slowly increase your total distance and

healthy, you sometimes can’t see the light at the

steps each week. With regular exercise, and don’t

end of the tunnel and it becomes hard to motivate

forget a healthy diet, the pounds will fall right off,

yourself to take that first step,” Pat explained. “For

and you’ll feel better, happier and healthier!” n

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proud to serve BY BEN KEILHOLTZ WITH TRILOGY® AT LAKE FREDERICK MEMBER KEVIN HANRAHAN

There is an insider’s line that many who worked in or around the Beltway know: “I’m a retired Fed.” When you say it at a cocktail reception or a dinner party, people may sense you didn’t spend your time at the Social Security Administration, the Office of Management & Budget, or any of the many other bureaucratic agencies that compose our governmental infrastructure. They may suspect you were a part of one of the select few agencies that simply aren’t spoken about at parties and receptions.

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recognized as the quintessential American upbringing. Always adept but never studious per se, Kevin knew his path would be in the military, and specifically in the Marine Corps. Immediately following high school, he enlisted in 1978, and what became a four-decade career in service of his country began. At basic training, Kevin’s first unrealized skill was revealed – he can swim. And not just a little. The Marines are by charter an amphibious force, and his performance in the water was so impressive – he qualified at the highest level – which eventually led to him being tapped to become a Marine Combat Instructor of Water Survival. Kevin is quick to acknowledge that all Marines are elite, but those who can meet the rigors of water survival are a breed For Kevin Hanrahan, it’s a line he uses often among neighbors and friends in Trilogy® at Lake Frederick. That’s because Kevin spent 36 years working for the Central Intelligence Agency in a role so specific, that it’s best described as a niche within a niche within a niche. For decades, Kevin served our country as a Federally Certified Polygraph Examiner. And while Kevin is limited by what he can share about the specifics of his numerous* operations in numerous countries, leading numerous teams, he was open in sharing how he came to be in the unique role, and how blessed he feels by the opportunity. But first, the beginning. Kevin grew up primarily in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area, and he describes his upbringing as very “Leave it to Beaver.” Playing sports in the street, getting into a little trouble but never big trouble, and living what was commonly

* Editor’s Note: The CIA has a rigorous media review policy in place to protect its agents and the agency itself, and thus many specifics cannot be shared in public forums. Throughout the article we will use the approved generic terms such as

amidst a breed; only 40% of those who begin Water Survival Instructor Training are able to complete the course. In Kevin’s words, “This responsibility to lead and educate others so early in my career was an important influence on the decisions I made from this point forward.” After completing a tour with the Corps, Kevin had choices, and after evaluating a variety of options, he made the decision to go to school and pursue his degree. He was accepted into the prestigious business school at Robert Morris University in Pittsburgh, and for the next four years, focused on education and preparing himself for the next challenge. What that next challenge would be was unclear until he attended a recruitment event in an auditorium at Robert Morris, where he heard the pitch of an established but growing element of the U.S. government, the CIA. “I remember it vividly,” Kevin explained. “I was in the bleachers, and a gentleman began speaking about career opportunities with the CIA, and I just knew it was for me. From there, I never really considered any other path.” It may be a surprise to many that the CIA is, and always

“numerous” and “multiple” in descriptions, and we will not

has been, actively recruiting talent to join the agency.

share any specific locations, people or situations.

Watching movies, it’s easy to think of the agency as a

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clandestine group where people are “tapped” to join in some opaque process. For some positions and in some situations, this is absolutely the case, but for the most part, the CIA is like any other organization: it’s looking to hire the best possible people for all kinds of roles. (Point in fact, right now on CIA.gov, there are +/-155 positions posted in a wide variety of areas with a wide variety of experience and education required.) Back to Kevin’s story. Kevin joined the CIA in 1985 and began what he calls “the most awesome career ever.” He was among the first members of the CIA’s Security Protective Service (SPS). SPS is a full-fledged

performing. He became a Federally Certified Polygraph

law enforcement unit, complete with all the specialty

Examiner, responsible for supporting the CIA’s mission

teams found in most law enforcement agencies.

around the world.

Perhaps best proxied by the executive branch’s Secret

The role of the polygraph examiner is unlike what you

Service, Kevin and his fellow police officers protected

may see on TV. It’s far from just taking a baseline and then

buildings as well as people with a rigor appropriate for

identifying variances, effectively looking for “nerviness.”

those responsible for dealing with some of the most

In reality, it’s considerably more nuanced, and much more

sensitive and important information in the world.

reliant on human intuition along with a whole series of

This eventually led to Kevin being selected to serve on the Director’s Protective Staff. “In my time in that role, I primarily served Director

learned skills. “Polygraphers are a lot like physicians,” Kevin explained. “There are instruments that a doctor uses to

William Casey and then his successor, Director William

get a sense of the patient’s situation, but the real skill is

Webster, which was an incredible experience then and

in interpreting what those instruments are saying and

something I still look back on fondly now,” Kevin said.

then determining the best possible protocol.”

The SPS community is small, and over time, Kevin

Fundamental to this idea is the concept that the

developed several important relationships, one of

crime becomes a crime not when someone is caught, but

which led to the role he spent more than three decades

rather when it was committed. Popular culture presents

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polygraphing as a yes/no “gotcha” moment, whereas the true role of a properly trained polygrapher is to elicit information that isn’t being shared at all. This is where Kevin particularly excelled, and it’s why he was sent around the world and put in charge of numerous cases and numerous teams. “Unfortunately, I’m very limited in what I can share, but what I can share is that this country is way more protected

Kevin’s service continues in his community of Trilogy

than anyone likely realizes,” he explained. “There are threats

at Lake Frederick, though in a very different way. A few

that no one knows about, but by number and skill and depth

years ago, he and the Lake Frederick Marines Foundation

of knowledge, there is a cadre of people both civilian and

began hosting a Marine Corps Birthday Ball in November

military working every day to protect our country.”

of each year. There have been five Balls so far, and they

The weight of the responsibility of the role is something

keep getting better. The event is black tie, with a plated

that comes through in any conversation with Kevin. And his

dinner, and all the ceremony normally found at a Marine

unique skills in handling those responsibilities are evidenced

Corps Ball. The Ball is open to all members of the com-

by the agency’s commitment to him over the years. Though

munity, and most years, attendance has approached

he officially retired in 2014, until the end of November

200. In 2019, the Guest of Honor was former United

2021, Kevin was engaged on a contract with the agency,

States Central Command Commander, General Anthony

and he was brought in repeatedly to assist the active

Zinni. 2021 featured former Secretary of the Navy,

group of polygraphers. Anyone who’s been with a company

H. Lawrence Garrett III.

or group for a long time understands the value of native

The Lake Frederick Marines Foundation mission is to

knowledge, but nowhere is this knowledge more valuable

promote the history and traditions of the Marine Corps.

than in service of national security. Kevin was unable to

This is accomplished via the yearly Balls; coordinating

completely let go of his Fed connection as he continues to

trips to locales such as the Marine Corps Museum, Marine

work part-time at Custom and Border Protection’s Canine

Barracks Washington (also known as “8th & I”) parades;

Training Academy.

as well as supporting Veteran Club activities, Toys for

“What I know I won’t ever share, with anyone,” Kevin said. “But I will share how blessed I feel to have had the opportunity to serve our country for as long as I have.”

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TRAVELING BACKYARD

IN YOUR OWN

Tacoma

The SSL Sightseers Explore their Way Through Washington

Downtown Seattle

One of the top things people look forward The Resort Club Team to most after retirement is the opportunity to travel. But because of the pandemic's impact on travel restrictions, health concerns, and other factors affecting the travel industry in 2020 and 2021, chances for exploration were much less accessible, but not impossible.

at Seven Summits Lodge in Trilogy® at Tehaleh® in Bonney Lake, Washington, realized this and a lightbulb went off. “We just realized that our Members didn’t have to travel the world to feel a sense of adventure, and that we could help them explore right here in their own backyard,” Seven Summits Lodge Club Manager Jason Kamada said. “And with that, SSL Sightseers was born.” SSL Sightseers (“SSL” stands for Seven Summits Lodge) is a series of offsite trips that bring Members together for adventures around the state of Washington. So far,

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they’ve gone to the Mount Vernon Tulip

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“Each trip is different, and so what may

Festival, Snoqualmie, Ballard, Bainbridge

have worked for one trip might not work

Island, Downtown Seattle, South Seattle,

for another,” Paula explained. “For ex-

Whidbey Island, and Tacoma.

ample, when we went to the Kubota Gar-

“These trips really allow our Members

den and Museum of Flight, I knew from

to explore different parts of the state

growing up here that there wasn’t going

they maybe haven’t before,” Seven

to be anywhere for us to enjoy lunch like

Summits Lodge Lifestyle Director Paula

we can on other trips, so Chef Dino and

Roe said. “We try to incorporate new

our culinary team at The Mantel [the

sights to see or activities to do in order

Lodge’s signature restaurant] made the

to give them a different experience.”

Members a boxed picnic lunch to enjoy.”

“We saw these trips as a chance to share experiences with people and places that we might not otherwise do

Members really appreciate the mix of planned activities and leisure. “We enjoy the free time,” the Boisvins

on our own, basically broadening our

explained.” A little free time allows for a

horizons,” Members Patricia and Tim

bit more of a relaxed pace and freedom

Boisvin said. “They also provided a

to explore. Not everyone takes things in

means to meet folks in our community

at the same pace, and we all have unique

who we might not have met via other

interests, even during a common event.”

social activities.” The first SSL Sightseers Trip, in April

The team has also expanded the SSL Sightseer program to feature “Bed &

2021, was to the Mount Vernon Tulip

Breakfast” opportunities, which are

Festival, an event that means something

overnight trips to a place that may be a

to people from the Pacific Northwest, but

little further away or cannot be enjoyed

might not be something Members who

in just a single day. Their first was to

have moved to Tehaleh from other parts

Whidbey Island in October of 2021.

of the country are aware of. And while it

fun,” Jason said. "There were about eight

sights for the program from the get-go.

Members who stayed in a big house for the three days we were there. Our own Chef

wanted it to not just be a one-time thing,”

Dino cooked their meals and they enjoyed

Paula said. “We put a lot of focus on the

exploring all the island had to offer."

first trip to make it a really good Member experience, and it just took off.” In addition to planned activities, the

Members Cindy and Harold Young have gone on multiple SSL Sightseers Trips, including the Bed & Breakfast

trips usually allow for some free time

excursion to Whidbey Island and really

for Members to explore on their own,

enjoyed all of the efforts the team put

but each trip is different and Jason and

into the experience.

Paula spend a lot of time planning each one individually. “My family and I do a lot of exploring

Whidbey Island

“The house we occupied was very nice and the excursions were a lot of fun,” Cindy and Harold said. “But what

around the state and some of the ideas

we really enjoyed was the ‘free time’

we have for SSL Sightseers come from

that we had to go exploring on our own

those day trips,” Jason said. “We’ll do

or with new friends.”

things and I’ll go, ‘Hey, this is something

Ballard

“The trip to Whidbey Island was super

was a success, the team had bigger “Our goal was long-term, so we really

Bainbridge Island

In 2022, Members of Seven Summits

our Members would probably really

Lodge can expect to see more adventure

enjoy’ and I take that back to Paula and

opportunities. So, what may have been a

we just run with it.”

product of the pandemic is here to stay.

Tulip Festival

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TAKE YOUR OWN SSL Sightseeing Trip! Snoqualmie, Washington THINGS TO DO • EXPLORE THE SNOQUALMIE FALLS – Explore the two-acre park and take in the 270-foot falls. Paula’s tip? Stop by the Gift Shop and grab a bag of

Kubota Gardens

Snoqualmie

Snoqualmie Falls Lodge Pancake & Waffle Mix! • DROP IN FOR A WINE TASTING – Drop in to the Tasting Room for Sigillo Cellars – a vintner that was started with the help of Trilogy® at Tehaleh® Member and former winemaker Steve Bailey – to enjoy tastings of their Washington

Snoqualmie

wines and light bites. • ALL ABOARD! TAKE A RIDE ON THE SNOQUALMIE VALLEY RAILROAD – Your

Snoqualmie Falls

“I think the silver lining of the pandemic,

first stop is at the Train Depot, where

as much as it has kept us in one location,

you can explore the Northwest Railway

has really helped us appreciate where

Museum before stepping aboard. Once

we live,” Paula said. “Instead of hopping

you’re on the train, sit on either side as

on a plane and exploring another state’s

you stop over the Snoqualmie Falls both

treasures, people are staying closer to

there and back.

home, and that allows us the opportunity to see what we’re blessed to have in our own state.” For Cindy and Harold, the trips have

the Snoqualmie Falls Brewery for local craft beer and handcrafted favorites including burgers, poutine, and more.

the community on what they call a “leap

Don’t love beer? Try their draft root beer!

height of the pandemic.

• THE DINING ROOM AT SALISH LODGE – Looking for something memorable? How

“When we moved in, we were not

about a spot overlooking the Snoqualmie

able to venture out and enjoy our new

Falls with Pacific Northwest cuisine? Try

home state or even our own community,”

The Dining Room at Salish Lodge!

they explained. “Once we got onto MTL Whidbey Island

• SNOQUALMIE FALLS BREWERY – Dine at

been extra special, as they moved into of faith” from California during the

Whidbey Island

WHERE TO EAT

• CAADXI OAXACA – Highly rated on Yelp,

(MyTrilogyLife.com), we wanted to go

Caadxi Oaxaca features Mexican fare

places and meet our neighbors along the

and is located in downtown Snoqualmie.

way. By signing up for the SSL Sightseers, it made us do just that and we have had nothing but fun participating.” So, if you find yourself unable to

WHERE TO STAY • SALISH LODGE & SPA – Set along the Snoqualmie River with views of the Falls, the Salish Lodge & Spa features a luxury

travel to those faraway destinations on

spa and two restaurants. You may

your bucket list, maybe it’s time to break

recognize it from “Twin Peaks,” the David

out that pen and paper and write a new

Lynch TV mystery series. And get the

one focused a little closer to home. n

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Passionate

pursuits

HOW MEMBERS TURNED THEIR PASSIONS INTO PUBLICATIONS

Creative expression is an important part of our overall wellness and can be practiced in a variety of ways – painting, dancing, singing, and acting, for example – but one of the most popular ways our Members express themselves is through writing. In addition to writing workshops and Member-led Clubs that meet in our communities, some Members have taken their passion a step further and have published their work. We spoke with two Trilogy® authors about their books – Encanterra® Member Mel Smith and Trilogy® Orlando Member Dr. Vivian Nix-Early – and we think you’ll find their stories inspiring. – Kelci Cooper

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NAM: THE STORY OF THE VIETNAM GENERATION — with Mel Smith

want to be there. Because of the draft, many had joined the Navy to avoid the Army, for obvious reasons. I can’t imagine a

NAM: The Story of the Vietnam Generation is a historical fiction novel, telling the tale of war’s horror, impossible love, and ultimate redemption. Through battle, love's heartbreak, and unbelievable loss, follow the lives of three Vietnam War combatants as they deal with the legacy of their nation’s tragedy. Here’s a Q&A with the author, Mel Smith:

KC: Why was it your goal to write a novel?

time when morale in the service was at a lower ebb. Add that us servicemen were looked down upon by our own generation, with friends and classmates who wouldn’t serve and opposed what we were doing. It generated a lot of passion.

KC: You wanted to write a historical fiction novel. Why, and how did you achieve this?

MS:

I love history told in a good yarn. Historical fiction adds

MS: As a film and television graduate, I took scriptwriting

perspective and a human dimension, allowing the reader to

classes my junior year of college and loved them. My teleplay

would be reading the book, I wanted the story to feel real and

was even chosen to be produced the following year. As a result,

factual. I spent eight years writing the initial draft, mostly due

I caught the writing bug. This only continued as I worked in

to the research necessary. Some Vietnam veterans have told

advertising, where I wrote a considerable amount of copy for

me it is too real, and I understand that.

print and television. I enjoy creative writing and it comes easy

KC: It took you 20 years to write “NAM.” What advice would

to me; however, I found every page of a book was comparable to creating three or four commercials - a lot of work.

KC: Why did you find it important to write something for the Vietnam generation?

feel history in a personal way. Because I thought many veterans

you give to other writers who haven’t picked up the pen in a few years but still want to see their dream of writing a book become a reality?

MS: It all comes down to motivation, which I don’t think is

MS: The Vietnam generation is my generation and our lives

something you learn. The year I turned 50, I had a mid-life

have been such an interesting experience. We grew up in the

crisis. I had thought about writing a novel in my younger

1950s and I would challenge anyone to say it wasn’t the best

years and realized this was a good time to finally do it. Writing

time to be a kid, but Vietnam changed that. The war was awful, as

helped; it focused me. Once I had a good outline, I became

wars always are, but despite the resistance and condemnation

obsessed with the story. I devoted most of my free time to

of the war by our own generation, hundreds of thousands of us

working on the novel while running a business and raising

went and fought. Why? Well, I think I answer that question in

three kids. I didn’t want “NAM” to just be good, I wanted to

the book, which I dedicated to my children, their generation,

write a bestseller. The book is good - an easy read. Bestseller?

and the generations to follow because the story of us and our

Not so much, but if those who read it enjoy it, then I’m happy. n

war is worth knowing.

KC: How did your own experiences during the Vietnam years

Mel Smith is a Vietnam veteran, an author, and owned his

influence your book?

own advertising business for more than 30 years. He resides

MS:

in Encanterra with his wife, Alane. They have three children

When I joined the Naval Reserves in high school, I was a

pretty “rah-rah” kind of kid. After a year of college (1967-68), and following Tet, my enthusiasm for the service waned. When I went active in July 1968, there were a lot of sailors who didn’t

and four grandchildren. In his spare time, Mel plays a little pickleball, exercises daily, enjoys friends and family, and is writing a new novel with the working title, “Finding Andy.”

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SOUR GRAPES & SWEET TEA — Jane Rankin | Trilogy® Lake Norman When Sarah's husband of 27 years announces that he's leaving her for his chiropractor, Sarah calls on her gang of horse-riding friends to help plot her next steps before news of the breakup travels faster than kudzu through their town in North Carolina. Sarah decides to sell her old home and buys a fixer-upper, but no amount of hard work can bring clarity to her unsettled life. On the suggestion of her best friend, Sarah finds a therapist to help her quiet her fears about living on her own, address her issues of abandonment, and renew her sense of self-worth. When Sarah meets a seemingly perfect man at an equestrian competition, she questions her ability to trust someone again — and whether she even wants to. Already balancing career, house, horse, friends, and family — is there room in her new life for a man? And will ghosts from both their pasts threaten their new romance? Through the encouragement and help of her dear friends, Sarah begins to explore this new relationship, as well as the one she has with herself.

HAPPY HOUR MURDERS — Frederick Wysocki | Trilogy® at Vistancia® Salvatore isn’t an author as he claims. In fact, Salvatore Cabella isn’t his real name. A successful assassin for the past 25 years, he was trying to retire when his girlfriend on St. Kitts is kidnapped. Unless he whacks someone in the witness protection program before they can testify, she’ll be killed. Following instructions, he moves into an active-adult retirement community in Glenwood, Arizona. He’s affected by the smiling residents and their bizarre lifestyle. He discovers he longs to enjoy life as they do. Walking home from happy hour, he discovers his latest neighbors and a U.S. Marshall have been slaughtered. The local police team up with the U.S. Marshall Service to hunt the killer(s) down. With everything at stake, will he save his girlfriend and retire, or will his friendlier self get him killed?

A SICILIAN GUIDE FOR SUCCESS — Salvatore Petruzzella | Trilogy® at Verde River™ After a long, successful career and personal life, I felt it was time I step up to the plate and share what I have learned. We are a society that is crying out for help in our social lives and our offices. Just look around. Leaders in the business world are scrambling to find out how to motivate themselves and others, and so many people have no idea how to achieve success in their homes. What happened to traditional values and self-starters? With this guide, I want to share my traditional values and what life has taught me about how to be better in the business world and at home. The recommendations and approaches I talk about in these chapters are simple and anyone can make them at any time. It is never too late or too early to get started.

BREAKING STRINGS: PINOCCHIO TELLS THE TRUTH ABOUT BEING FREE

— Patricia Pillard McCulley | Trilogy® at The Vineyards

Teens and young adults: break the strings that tie you to your parents, misconceptions about yourselves, and life. Pinocchio will guide you to important decisions you will make as you mature that will be pivot points in your life. Find out what you can count on that is trustworthy. Will you be able to pass the "How To Be Happy and Peaceful" test? You will discover what you must have before you can truly love. Written for teens and young adults, but applicable to any age.

ESCAPING THE WHALE — Ruth Rotkowitz | Trilogy

at Vistancia ®

ESCAPING THE WHALE features a protagonist who is the 28-year-old daughter of Holocaust survivors. As she struggles with her legacy of inherited trauma in 1980 New York, she finds it increasingly difficult to conceal the 'demons' that haunt her and pretend to be a normal, well-adjusted adult. As a guidance counselor at a large urban high school, she is exposed to the problems of teenagers - and of adults - in ways so extreme they push her to the edge. Convinced that she needs to get away from it all, she escapes to a Mexican resort, only to discover that she cannot escape from herself.

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FAITH, FOOD & ART: SURVIVING THE PANDEMICS OF 2020 — with Dr. Vivian Nix-Early

Faith Food & Art:

Surviving the Pandemics of 2020

how important it is to also take care of myself mentally and

is a visual journal of Dr. Vivian Nix-Early’s creative works

spiritually because it’s all connected: brain, body, and spirit.

made as part of her self-care strategy during quarantine.

KC: Which method benefited you most?

The book identifies nine basic principles of self-care for everyone, but especially for front-line behavioral health workers and others weathering stressful life journeys. It illustrates her art pieces, instructs on the art-making processes used, and gives a number of health tips and recipes. Here is a Q&A with the author, Dr. Vivian Nix-Early:

KC: What was your inspiration for writing “Faith, Food &

VNE: Quite frankly, it was the spiritual/attitudinal dimension that kept all the other things in line; and art-making helped me to deepen my involvement with meditation and to focus on a healthy spiritual worldview.

KC: What tips would you suggest to someone struggling? VNE: I have an entire blog post on my website with tips

Art: Surviving the Pandemics of 2020”?

(check it out, visit: bsrg.club/VivianNix-EarlyTips), but

VNE: Many of my friends and colleagues were struggling

some actions you can take now include:

through three pandemics (COVID, racial injustice, and deep

• Being intentional. Make a self-care plan and choose

political divisions), and at the same time, my nonprofit, BuildaBridge International, needed to pivot to helping first responders. So I thought writing a “tiny book” would be a great way to share more widely what I was doing, and to show people how to better take care of themselves.

KC: How did you come up with the methods you chose as part of your self-care strategy?

VNE: For years, I’ve been researching and teaching about self-care and the role of the arts in particular. But my journey toward a more holistic approach grew as I aged. I knew that as I approached 70, I needed to reduce

"hopeful" over "helpless." • Remembering how you overcame past adversities. • Creating. Art-making is innately healing and changes the brain’s chemistry. • Limiting bad news and taking a break from the news. • Focusing on others by committing small acts of kindness right where you are. • Getting informal or formal help – you don’t have to handle things alone. n

Dr. Vivian Nix-Early

is a clinical psychologist,

stress as much as I could. I have always been a proponent

board-certified music therapist, educator, and musician

of alternative medicine, and I’ve had good doctors who’ve

by training. She owns a private clinical and consulting

pushed me toward the need for healthy diet and exercise -

practice, and co-founded BuildaBridge International in

the physical things. As a psychologist, I’ve been aware of

1997 with university colleague Dr. J. Nathan Corbitt. In her free time, you can find Vivian creating, spending time with her girlfriends playing Mahjong or Mexican Train, swimming, or enjoying her home in Trilogy® Orlando.

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Call Me Grandma BY TRILOGY® ORLANDO MEMBER ROSE SECRETAN

Pickup was at

0900 hours. I knew the place; I had been there before. I had photos, so I was sure I would recognize the suspects. A beautiful woman answered the door. I said, “I have what you need, you have what I want. The symbiosis works well.” Passwords were given and she opened the door. Upon entering, I noticed a man there as well. Soon to follow, were the suspects. Both of them. They were diminutive in appearance. However, I knew instinctively they could overpower me with their words alone. After some small talk with the man and woman, and further instructions, I left with the suspects. The plan was to take them to Cracker Barrel for breakfast. I informed the man and woman that I would be making an extended stop at a particular art shop in Clermont, the Plaster Castle, after breakfast. I hoped the suspects would be amused at that location and it would give them an opportunity to create a Father’s Day gift for the good-humored man at the home where they all live. I gave the suspects passage into the back seat of my vehicle. There, they began to create distractions and diversions for me. I knew I was in trouble. Upon arrival at the Cracker Barrel, we were seated, and menus were presented. The bigger one said he did not want to choose from the kids’ menu. Upon my

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consent, he ended up choosing from the

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Upon leaving the building, I mentioned

On our way down the road to the

kids’ menu anyway. He was obviously

past times at the Cracker Barrel - large

drop-off, they had a discussion. The

toying with me to demonstrate his power.

checkerboard games outside, rocking

little one said he believed everything the

The little one said he wanted two breakfast

chairs, wooden peg games. The older

big one says, because he is his big

items. I questioned his ability to eat so

one said, “I am sure things will be back

brother! Thank you, GOD! I love these

much food. He said he would. I con-

to normal after the pandemic, Grandma.”

little gentlemen, Michael and William!

ceded. While waiting for our meal, we

Sweet sentiment from this sweet little

They are FABULOUS!

talked about the “ancient” artifacts

gentleman. I must not let my guard down!

hung on the walls. A pickaxe, regular

Into the car and I said to them, “I just

axe, saw, tree saw, typewriter, class

have one question for both of you.” They

photo from the Pennsylvania Academy

listened intently. “Are you going to eat

class of 1926, and whatever else. They

that croissant?” What?! Did I just say that?!

provided me with all the answers.

Next stop, the Plaster Castle. Upon

This drop-off was completed at 1530 hours. I needed a glass of wine... NAY several glasses! Then, the thought crossed my mind, should I take on another assignment with said suspects? If so, the beautiful

our arrival, we met three ladies, one

woman and good-humored man will be

meal, they made reference to a cartoon

of whom I knew from Trilogy®. She

instructed to pin a $100 bill on each of

character who had a very chubby friend.

introduced the others. They were all

the suspect’s shirt collars. This should

This friend, they explained, was always

from Trilogy. When entering the shop,

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after portions of food he speculated

the big one held the door for all three

might not be eaten. They quoted the

ladies. They said, “What a nice young

character, “Are you going to eat that

man! Such a gentleman!” Goodness! This

croissant?” Then the big one said to the

“charmer” is working the crowd! He has

little one, “Are you going to eat that

us ALL hook, line, and sinker!

Finally, our meal arrived. During the

croissant?” The little one began to giggle.

They both moved on to choose their

I recognized this as a set up to eat each

projects. One chose a plaster pizza to

other’s food. The giggles continued. As

paint, the other, a large robot plaster.

the day progressed, I probably heard this

About an hour and a half later, and

phrase about 300 more times. Always

many words of high praise, the projects

with infectious laughter to follow. The

were completed.

younger one wanting the older one to say this over and over. He obliged each time with more “embellishments.” It was

“Are you going to eat that pizza croissant?” said the little one. Then, we would move on to the dollar

The recipe for this story?

“Precious Memories” • 1 willing grandparent • 1 functional vehicle filled with gas • An infinite supply of patience • A bucket of cash • Children - as many as you can stand!

then that the older one informed me the

store to purchase gift bags, tissue, and

younger one was prone to fits of laughter

Father’s Day cards for the precious

• Playful spirit from all parties!

so strong they would cause him to pee

treasures they had created for their dad.

Mix all ingredients.

his pants. I became very concerned.

The big one could not believe everything

After this fine-dining experience, we

at the dollar store cost only $1! So, they

moved on to the bathrooms. I mentioned

figured they both needed a couple of

it might be a good opportunity to do their

extra items. Clearly, I would have to

thing and wash their hands, since there

subsidize said purchases.

had been pancake syrup involved in the meal. I also speculated the uncontrollable laughter might cause a mishap. I told them I would wait right outside the door. After they entered, there was a gentleman

“Are you going to need swimming goggles to eat that croissant?” “Can we have some pretzel chips to eat with that croissant?” I think we are ready for the drop off…

to follow. I warned him, “I have just sent

no, I am sure we are! However, I must

a couple of hooligans in there. Be very

say… I thought this assignment could

wary of them!” He assured me he would

not, would not, or should not bring me

be on red alert.

to such a fever pitch of fun!

This will yield much laughter with incredibly “precious memories!” Serves many, including future generations! On babysitting my grandchildren as announced to my children: “I have what you need, you have what I want. The symbiosis works well for all.” — Rose Secretan (aka: Grandma) WANT TO SHARE YOUR FAVORITE MEMORY FROM THE LAST YEAR? EMAIL US AT MAGAZINE@BSRGMARKETING.COM

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connection through coffee,cocktails &cars How Moving to a Certain Neighborhood Can Be So Special

BY EMMA KEIDER WITH TRILOGY® AT WICKENBURG RANCH MEMBER BARBARA ROZA

Why keep your passions to yourself when you can share them

Magazine and Phoenix Home & Garden, and one time I was

with everyone around you? That was Barbara Roza’s perspective

going through the magazine and saw a Trilogy advertisement

when she was looking for a community to call home a couple

and thought I should tear it out.”

years ago. Now, she is a Member of Trilogy® at Wickenburg

Barbara’s love for Arizona inspired her to see if she could

Ranch, where she is the Club Leader of the Cars, Bikes, & Coffee

call the state home. In the advertisement, Wickenburg Ranch

Club and the Cars, Bikes, & Cocktails Club. Barbara is also a

was hosting a Stay & Play package for two nights, and Barbara

member of the Singles Club and often hosts events in her

thought it would be the perfect opportunity.

driveway. Through the neighborhood she discovered she

“I was in awe of the beauty of the area and the community,”

is now able to share her passions with others, and create

Barbara said. “While sitting by the firepit one night during my

the community atmosphere she has always wanted.

stay, I felt a certain ‘serenity’ and that is what attracted me.

Barbara is from Annapolis, Maryland, where she also shared her

Getting away from the hustle and bustle was so positive.

passion for cars and coffee with friends, but the desert of Arizona

There were so many friendly people, and I was astonished

was always calling her. She visited many times in the early 1990s

of how helpful they were. Being single, it was important that

for pleasure and business as a manager for an internship program

I felt friendships would be easy.”

with the Department of Defense. Every time she visited, she loved everything about the area. “It captured my soul,” Barbara said. “The architecture, the

Shortly after Barbara moved to Wickenburg Ranch in October of 2020, she started talking about her love for cars with other Members and decided it would be fun to have a Member-led

scenery, and since I’ve been a car enthusiast ever since I was a

Club where they could all showcase their cars and bikes and get

teenager, the cool cars. I subscribed to Arizona Highways

to know each other. Currently, she is the Club Leader of Cars,

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Bikes, & Coffee, which is a morning event, and Cars, Bikes, & Cocktails, which has evening gatherings that feature beverages from the community restaurant, Wick’s Hideaway. “It is so rewarding to bring people together or feel like you are contributing to the community and making it even better,” Barbara said. “There is a sense of camaraderie and great friendships and networks that have formed because of it. Members have really appreciated it and they say how much they love it and that they are glad I started it. It’s a really good feeling bringing people together that have a shared passion.” Barbara is also involved with the Singles Club and enjoys helping the Wickenburg Ranch Golf & Social Club’s Lifestyle Manager with events or meetings. “Making a move to a new community and meeting people that have something in common with myself was really important to me,” Barbara said. “Hearing where people are from, their backgrounds, and getting to know them is so special in the Singles Club.” Barbara sincerely enjoys bringing people together, and even started hosting small gatherings in her driveway that she calls “Paver Parties.” “The first time it happened, I just sat a chair out in my driveway and then another neighbor came over, and then another with their golf cart, and it was just natural and grew,” Barbara said. “Sometimes there can be 40 people in my garage and driveway. My neighbor even told me once, ‘If it wasn’t for Barbara, I wouldn’t know all these people,’ and that meant a lot.” From Paver Parties to club meetings, Barbara has found her home and enjoys surrounding herself with people she can connect with. “The whole atmosphere of Wickenburg Ranch really does bring people together,” Barbara said. “There is a myriad of things to do and such a wonderful choice of events, but most of all, the people are what make it great.” n

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startingOver

LaterinLife BY KELCI COOPER WITH TRILOGY® LAKE NORMAN MEMBERS CATHY HENDERSON TENCH AND ROGER TENCH

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FINDING

Happily Ever After

ONCE AGAIN

Friends in the early days

Bill and Cathy

Roger and Renee

Cathy and Roger Tench call it divine intervention, but others may simply call it hope. Finding love after loss can feel impossible. Think

Roger and Cathy found themselves in a situation they never could have imagined. Roger retreated into the mountains of Lake Lure and Cathy was about an

back to your very first breakup - I’d bet you thought

hour-and-a-half away in Iron Station close to family.

“I’ll never find love like that again,” but inevitably,

Roger attended his late friend’s funeral and then

you do. And if you’re lucky, you find “the one,” you

didn’t see Cathy for about a year and a half.

get married, and you live happily ever after. But what if that time is cut short? Is there a

About a year after Bill’s passing, Cathy realized she was ready for two changes. The first was a

chance for a second happily ever after? For one

move to Trilogy Lake Norman in nearby Denver,

Trilogy® Lake Norman couple, there was.

North Carolina, and the second was the possibility

Renee and Roger Tench spent 36 years together with their daughter in North Carolina. Nearby, Cathy and Bill Henderson were high school sweethearts

of welcoming someone into her life to be her companion and travel partner. “A year after Bill had passed away, I just knew that

who were married for 48 years and raised three girls.

I had to be with people,” Cathy said. “I’m a part-time

For nearly 35 of those years, Roger and Bill played

real estate agent, so I had been to the community

golf on Fridays, Renee and Cathy went shopping and

when it first opened and I just loved the concept, even

attended ladies luncheons, and the friends traveled

when I was married, and I thought ‘This would be

together with two other couples to vacation spots

someplace I’d like to retire.’ I wanted the friendships;

like Myrtle Beach and Hilton Head.

I wanted the activity; and I wanted the happiness I saw

But in 2008, their lives began to change in a drastic way. Renee was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer, which metastasized into liver cancer

when I was in Trilogy. I just felt the warmth and it felt like family.” Shortly after Cathy signed the contract on her

in 2013 and eventually abdominal cancer in 2017.

home, she was more open to the second change

She fought for 10 years before losing her battle

she was willing to make, and that’s where they say

with cancer in 2018.

“divine intervention” stepped in. On a whim, while

Shortly before Renee’s passing, Bill found out he had a fast-growing brain tumor and passed away just one month after Renee. “You just never know how life’s going to turn,” Roger said.

heading into town for a dentist appointment, Roger reached out to Cathy. “Roger gave me a call, asked how I was, and we decided to go to lunch after his dentist appointment,” Cathy said. “We sat and talked for a long, long time

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about our past life and our grieving period.” Shortly after that

“We also gave thought to, if we were going to be a couple, we wanted to do the right thing and be together and be married,” Roger added.

lunch, Roger decided to

And they did just that. Roger and Cathy married

move back to Charlotte

on June 27, 2020. Since then, the pair have lived in

to be closer to his family.

Trilogy Lake Norman, enjoying their “Raven Rocker”

“(After Renee passed)

neighbors (as they all live on Raven Rock Drive),

I knew I wanted to live

attending events and Member-led Club gatherings at

alone and I thought that

Twin Mills Club, and enjoying the Freedom Boat Club.

I would be a mountain

While chatting with Roger and Cathy, their love for

hermit and stay in Lake

both Renee and Bill shone through, but you could

Lure or in the mountains

really feel how grateful they were to have this second

of North Carolina for the

chance at love with each other and they encourage

rest of my life,” Roger

others in a similar position to try and do the same.

explained. “And when

“Life is pretty short, and you don’t want to waste

I made the decision to move back down here, it was

time that you could be spending with another person

to be close to family. It wasn’t because I had met with

that is in the same position you are,” Roger said.

Cathy, but as it turned out, once I moved down here,

“No one else knew what Cathy and I had gone through

we started dating.”

like we did. We can share things no one else can

The two started going to restaurants and spending more and more time together, but at the beginning, the two never thought about remarrying. “We both look at it like Renee was my lifelong

share, and now we can share that with other people in similar situations.” “I wanted to feel alive, and my spouse that I’ve lost would not want me to sit around being lonely and

partner and Bill was Cathy’s lifelong partner,” Roger

depressed,” Cathy said. “He would want me to live

said. “And never in our imaginations did we think we

a full life.”

would have any kind of a relationship. But as it turned out, it was the perfect thing.” “When I met Roger and we started dating, it was like, ‘I want someone permanently,’” Cathy explained.

“I certainly think Bill and Renee would be happy for us,” Roger said. “Very happy,” Cathy added. So, if you’re ever wondering if “happily ever after”

“I want someone to travel with and someone to share

is in the cards for you, remember Roger and Cathy

things with. I've had a wonderful life, a wonderful

and how they were able to start over later in their lives

marriage, and wonderful children. But I have a lot left

and to have hope that something new can be in the

to do. I mean, I'm only 70!”

cards for you, too. n

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banding together to fight cancer

Using Music to Raise Money for Arizona Cancer Center BY EMMA KEIDER WITH ENCANTERRA® MEMBER SCOTT SCHREIBER PHOTOS COURTESY OF RYAN NOLL & ENCANTERRA® MEMBER DAN UMBERGER

If you drive through the community of Encanterra®, at

“We were just about to have a practice, and then I

some point you may end up taking a left turn on the street

received the news that I had been diagnosed with stage 3

Copper Hollow. To you, it might just be any other street, but

prostate cancer,” Scott said. “We had to cancel practice

to some members of this community, it means a lot more.

and I ended up refocusing on my health. The doctors said

In 2019, Encanterra couple Diana and Kerry Rose, approached their friend, Scott Schreiber, with an idea to

my best-case scenario was 18 months.” Initially, Scott was set up with a cancer center that

form a band to share their passion for music with others

wasn’t helping him as much as he had hoped. It was

in the community. While they all have backgrounds in

emotionally and physically tolling, and he knew he had

music, it had been a while since they played. They planned

to make a switch in order to save his life. He decided

to be a country rock and roll band and to start practicing

to take another path, which led him to find the Banner

together to see what would happen. Unfortunately,

MD Anderson Cancer Center in Gilbert, Arizona,

things took an unexpected turn.

changing everything.

Copper Hollow: CHUCK CASILLAS drums / ED TOWILL bass / LARRY HO keyboard / KERRY ROSE lead guitar / DIANA ROSE vocals / SCOTT SCHREIBER guitar and vocals

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“I was with Banner MD Anderson for over two years and the bottom line is that they take care of and help people,” Scott said. “They are compassionate about everything they do, and they think about ways to be more supportive. They saved my life, so I wanted to do something for them in return.” Things were starting to look up again for Scott’s health. His treatments were working, and the staff at Banner MD Anderson were very supportive. Never forgetting about

Currently, Copper Hollow is made up of Diana Rose

music, Scott reapproached Diana and Kerry about the

(vocals), Kerry Rose (lead guitar), Ed Towill (bass), Larry

band in early 2021, with an idea to fundraise for Banner

Ho (keyboard), Chuck Casillas (drums), and Scott Schreiber

MD Anderson with their music as a way to thank the

(guitar and vocals). They enjoy playing country and rock

center. Diana and Kerry loved the idea and wanted to

covers from bands like the Eagles, The Band Perry, Brooks

help support the cause.

& Dunn, Lady A, Sugarland, and Darius Rucker, to name a

“We jumped at the chance to help Scott with this

few. Their crew members consist of Gail Russo (event

endeavor,” Diana said. “Kerry’s dad passed away eight

planner), Kevin Tyrrell (primary engineer), David Pinska

years ago from mantle cell lymphoma and my sister is

(engineer and stage manager), and Sharon Pinska, who

currently battling non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. We love

handles all the communications and donations with

being able to use our talents to help others. Everyone

Banner MD Anderson.

we know has been touched by cancer and doing even one small thing to help fight this disease is so worth it.” Since Diana and Kerry were on board, all they needed

“Working with Copper Hollow and Banner MD Anderson has been both rewarding and emotionally inspiring,” Sharon said. “The hugs and tears shared during stories

next was a band name. Even though none of the band

told by survivors, and family members alike, are proof we

members live on the street Copper Hollow, they decided

are touching many people’s lives. Complete strangers are

it would be a great band name because of the way it

moved by the dedication and passion of the entire team

sounded and because it is located in the community

for the commitment to help those fighting cancer.”

where they all met. As they started practicing in Scott’s living room, word spread, and more Trilogy Members ®

Copper Hollow tries to play about once a month around Arizona and in Encanterra to fundraise for Banner MD

wanted to get involved. Eventually, their band grew to

Anderson. All of the funds go directly to supporting patients

have six members with a whole staff and crew.

currently undergoing cancer treatments at the center.

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One of their shows at Encanterra in October of 2021 raised almost $19,000 from ticket sales, raffles, and attendees wanting to contribute more. “That is the thing about Encanterra - there are so many wonderful giving people here who contribute to so many causes,” Scott said. “Whatever the cause, they are on your doorstep ready to help. In a regular neighborhood, you don’t experience that. It’s different here. When you move into the neighborhood, you are moving into a group of friends, and you make lifelong friendships.” Keyboardist for Copper Hollow, Larry Ho, loved seeing the audience at Encanterra become a part of the show during their October concert. “The song that I loved the most in our set was ‘Stand by Me,’ which was done as a tribute to those who survived cancer and those who are in the fight against the disease,” Larry said. “We had those people in the audience stand up and hold up their phone. During the song, we could see a sea of waving lights. That was touching.” Encanterra Country Club’s General Manager, Trish

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Huff, admires the connection they have been making with the community and was excited to help with their October event. “Ever since they told me about the project, I was so excited for them and wanted to be a part of it as well,” Trish said. “We all know someone who has been affected by cancer, and to be able to support this cause with music is an amazing thing in our community. I applaud them.” Scott is fortunately cancer-free now because of the help from Banner MD Anderson, as well as his friends and family. One of the hardest moments during his entire experience was coming to terms with having cancer. With that in mind, he wanted to offer some advice for

Trilogy® Members

love live music Tribute bands and live music were one of the most popular events at Trilogy in 2021, with musical events taking place throughout the year at all communities! Check out some highlights from a few of them:

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people if they are ever diagnosed with the disease. “The first thing you need to do is take a deep breath,” Scott said. “It’s a shock, and before you start to panic, just try to get to the best facility you can go to. It will make a difference. I learned from my experience, that some doctors can scare you. You want expertise that is compassionate and understanding. Do as much research

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as you can, too. It’s just really important to be your best advocate and gear up for the fight.” them, and Copper Hollow’s story continues to inspire the

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Street names always seem to have a story around

Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. n

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making(Check)

MATES BY KELCI COOPER WITH TRILOGY® AT VISTANCIA® MEMBER GENE ADLER

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Mentally Socially Active STAYING

AND

Trilogy Knights

WITH THE

When thinking about staying fit, most people

And while that idea came easily to Gene, actually

probably think about physical fitness and nutrition,

making it happen wasn’t such a walk in the park. He

but working out your brain is just as important.

was familiar with the website and how to play chess

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, staying

online on his own, but it took him countless hours to

mentally and socially active may support brain

figure out how to make an online chess environment

health. For Members at Trilogy® communities across

for other Trilogy Members. Once he did, he posted

the country, the game of chess allows them to do

a simple bulletin to all of the Trilogy communities

just that.

on MyTrilogyLife.com (otherwise known as “MTL”),

In March of 2020, Trilogy® at Vistancia® Member Gene Adler, the founder of the community’s Chess Club, found himself looking for different ways to stay

inviting them to join the newly formed online Trilogy Knights Chess Club. Trilogy® at Lake Frederick Member Bill Moore

engaged while unable to meet with other Members

joined the Trilogy Knights in March of 2020 after

in person.

seeing Gene’s bulletin on MTL.

“When the pandemic closed the Kiva Cub (one

"I immediately joined and suggested the online

of two Resort Clubs at Vistancia), we couldn’t go

club to our Lake Frederick Chess Club players," Bill

play chess anymore in person,” Gene explained.

explained. "Several of them joined and we were off

“Online chess was already very sophisticated and

to the races, playing tournaments, and eventually,

established. Lots of people, including myself, had

in matches against other chess clubs."

been playing chess online for many years, but suddenly it was our only alternative.” Gene encouraged his fellow members of the

The mission of the club is, "to empower people, enrich lives, and enhance the community through chess,” and it is doing just that. The Trilogy Knights

Vistancia Chess Club to head online to continue

have 45 Members from seven different communities

playing, but he also had another idea come to

including Trilogy® Orlando, Trilogy at Lake Frederick,

mind, that expanded far beyond the walls of his

Trilogy® Lake Norman, Trilogy® at Monarch Dunes,

own community.

Encanterra® Country Club, Trilogy® at The Polo Club,

“I got the idea to form our own club, as a subgroup of Chess.com, the largest online chess server, which

and Trilogy at Vistancia. Members play in matches and tournaments

has over 4,000 online chess clubs,” Gene said. “I

against each other individually, and also as a Trilogy

thought, ‘Why can’t Trilogy be one of them?’”

Team against different countries around the world.

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Gene recognized the importance of these connections and added another avenue for members to learn about others in the club. “We very much feel like we know each other,” Gene explained. “We have a newsletter that I put out which includes player profiles - a story about the person, and who they are, accompanied by photos. When you read a profile, within a few minutes you feel like you know the person.” Gene and many of the other players have found the Trilogy Knights group to be rewarding in more ways than one by exercising their brains and having fun with each other at the same time. If you’re looking “It’s so interesting to scour the world, find all of these places, and meet people and play chess with them,” Gene said. “It can be a cultural activity.” As a team, the Trilogy Knights have won 91% of their matches against countries around the world, including Israel, Mongolia, Ecuador, Uruguay, Uganda, Canary Islands, Netherlands, Slovenia, Italy, and more. "The club helps me 'mix it up' in terms of the many different people I can play with," Trilogy Lake Norman Member Hank Kashdan said. "I'm playing chess with members who have Trilogy in common, in addition to playing other chess enthusiasts from all over the world." Aside from staying mentally active by playing chess multiple times a week, the Trilogy Knights are

to do the same, chess may be for you. “Whatever people do, they should exercise their brains,” Gene said. “People spend money and sweat and hours in the physical gym, but they forget about the mental gym. It’s not enough to play some mindless game of chance. You have to exercise your brain hard.” n

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Trilogy Knights?

also able to stay socially active through the group

Joining the Trilogy Knights is easy!

despite being hundreds, if not thousands, of miles

Scan the QR Code to be taken to the

away from each other. “The one highlight I never anticipated in the beginning was the friendships I would make and how the social aspects would be just as important as the chess itself,” Gene explained. "Chess is just one of the many common interests Trilogy Knights members share," Bill explained. "Initially, it was the foundation for the relationships formed through the club, but it's been outstanding to learn more about my new Trilogy friends." Members of the Trilogy Knights get to know each other while chatting online during matches, but

group’s page on Chess.com, log in or create an account and request to join.

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PURSUING PICKLEBALL

How one community’s passion has grown

There is no denying pickleball has Trilogy® at Verde River proven these statistics. Their Pickleball become very popular. According to the has Club has impressively grown from only a few

USA Pickleball Association, membership

players to 250 in just a few years. They’ve

has increased from 4,000 players to

and now they even have a traveling league

40,000 players since 2013 — a 1,000%

the last year. At Verde River, the popularity

increase. It is also estimated there are

anytime soon.

now over 3.3 million pickleball players

Nagel first moved to Verde River in 2018,

in the United States.

expanded their play, added nine committees, that has grown from two to six teams in of pickleball is not going to slow down When Jan Harding and her partner Wally their first experience with their neighbors was very welcoming and it all started with pickleball.

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BANGERS DINKING BUDDIES

SLAMMERS

“We had just recently moved in - it

the registration of the teams for

was Christmas day - and we decided to

tournaments through the Arizona

go walking around the neighborhood,”

Pickleball Players League (APPL).

Jan said. “We were walking by the

“Being in the travel league just takes

pickleball courts and there were people

everyone’s play to another level,” Jan said.

playing and they waved at us and

“Playing is a lot of fun, but you take it

invited us to play. It’s always been a

more seriously in the tournaments and

very inviting environment.”

get better. Belonging to a league and

Ever since that moment, Jan has enjoyed playing pickleball and is on one of the traveling teams called the Lemon Drop Shots. Their name is a play on

playing in tournaments ups your game and improves your skills and shots.” Verde River Golf & Social Club’s Racquet Sports Professional, Eric Anderson,

words for both the drink and one of

agrees that the more often you play and

the most difficult shots in pickleball -

compete, the better your game will be.

the drop shot. She is also the head of

“The inter-club travel team play is

the Pickleball Club’s traveling league

another step in the improvement

this season.

process,” Eric said. “There are six total

“The Pickleball Club was pretty small

travel teams here at Verde River and

when we first moved in,” Jan said. “The

although there are over 250 members

club kind of just took on a life of its own.

within our Pickleball Club, the travel

It’s been really amazing to watch it grow

team opportunities afford game

in just three years, and now we have

improvement by playing against players

over 200 members. Every time new

with different skills and styles. It is also

people move in, it seems like they are

rewarding for our Members to showcase

always interested in trying out.”

their beautiful Club and facilities.”

Once more and more Members were

PINKIE DINKS

James Kropp is the Club Leader of the

joining the Pickleball Club and players

Pickleball Club and is excited for the nine

wanted to keep improving their skills

on-site tournaments they are scheduled

and compete competitively, the travel

to have this season. Enrollment is at an

league was added. Currently there are

all-time high for the tournaments and he

four women’s teams and two men’s

believes this is a great opportunity for

teams. Jan is responsible for keeping

players to keep improving, practicing,

the league organized and coordinates

and enjoying the game.

LEMON DROP SHOTS KITCHETTES

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“The Members that participate in the traveling teams schedule team practices to improve playing skills and get mentally

season because they have become so close and enjoy being together. “It is an easy sport to learn quickly,

and physically ready for competitive

but the best part is the social aspect,”

play,” James said. “Being from Wisconsin,

Jan said. “You have fun, laugh, and it

I have tried to motivate league team

can be serious, but it is a blast. The

players with a quote from the legendary

camaraderie just adds to your

Green Bay Packers football coach, Vince

experience even more.” n

Lombardi, ‘Practice does not make perfect, perfect practice makes perfect.’ The level of play at practices is very high. If a player has a weakness in their game, it gets exposed and creates an

Lemon Drop Shot Martini

opportunity to improve.” James has enjoyed his time being the leader of the club and seeing members make connections with each other. “The pickleball community is a very special one,” James said. “It’s different

INGREDIENTS LEMON SUGAR RIM • ½ cup granulated sugar • Zest of 1 lemon

from any other sport I have ever played.

MARTINI

Players interact and socialize with each

• 2 ounces, vodka

other a lot more than other sports.

• ¾ ounce, triple sec

This is true of the Trilogy Verde River

• 1 ounce, fresh-squeezed lemon juice

Pickleball Club and the sport in general.

• ¾ ounce, simple syrup

It is a game that you can learn fairly

• Ice

easily, and with some practice and

DIRECTIONS

commitment, become competitive. It

1. Make lemon sugar rim by combining

is a game that can be a lot of fun at every level of play.” For Jan, making close friends is one of the best parts about playing pickleball

sugar and lemon zest. 2. Rim your martini glass with the lemon sugar. Set aside. 3. Combine martini ingredients into a

at Verde River. The Lemon Drop Shots

cocktail shaker. Shake until very cold.

team has decided to stay together each

Strain into martini glass and enjoy!

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glad to be here boss Sharon Black Has Got The Blues BY TRILOGY® AT THE POLO CLUB MEMBER BROOK DOUGHERTY WITH MEMBER SHARON BLACK

How does a kid from the Boston area go on to become the

in theater at the

Vice President of Written Communications at Warner Bros.

University of Massachusetts,

and the only woman to have ever been made an Honorary Blue

but as much as she loved the stage, television

Angel with the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron? Well,

was more her style – and her love for two iconic series

Trilogy® at The Polo Club Member Sharon Black has done just

changed her life.

that. It is the Blue Angels’ mission to showcase the pride and

One of the original Star Trek fans – known as “Trekkies” –

professionalism of the Navy and Marine Corps through com-

Sharon volunteered at Trek conventions on the East Coast

munity outreach and flight demonstrations. Without ever being

(she is even mentioned in the book “The Making of the Trek

in the Navy, Sharon managed this great accomplishment.

Conventions”), which is where she met her best friend, Laurie.

It all started in high school, when Sharon performed

In 1975, while in college, she discovered the show “Starsky

in shows and competed in NFL competitions - no, not the

& Hutch” and called up the studio to say how much she

National Football League, the National Forensic League -

admired the writing. She ended up talking to the assistant

and she was a New England Speech Champion. She majored

to the producer, and amazingly, they struck up a friendship.

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As the daughter of a WWII-era tail gunner and radio man,

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connect with publicists and agents to set up VIP rides with

Sharon knows a signal when she sees one and saw her

various celebrities, primarily during winter training in El

chance to move to Los Angeles. But while it was “Starsky

Centro, California. Whenever they performed at an air show

& Hutch” that brought her to the West Coast, it was a “Star

in the state, Sharon was there to cheer them on.

Trek” connection that opened the door to her first job in the entertainment industry.

Many people don’t know that the Blue Angels are the entire squadron, not just the pilots, and all are active-duty

She admittedly couldn’t type to save her life, but it

military members who come from the fleet and go back

turned out she could write, and that’s a skill you can take

to the fleet when their stint is done. Sharon always says

to the bank in Hollywood. After multiple assistant gigs in

that because she could not serve in the military, she

agencies, casting offices, and publicity firms, Sharon finally

would serve those who do, so she loves staying in touch

landed her dream job - as a studio publicity staff writer.

with former Blues – many who are friends to this day.

First, she was at MGM and then at Steven Spielberg’s

In 1995, the squadron made Sharon an Honorary Blue

new studio, DreamWorks. There, she worked on every

Angel. It remains the greatest honor of her life. One of the

release for the next nine years, including “Saving Private

privileges of being an Honorary is being trusted to sit in on

Ryan” and “Gladiator,” building her reputation as one of

briefs and debriefs. Debriefs always begin by going around

the best writers in the public relations business. Following

the table and reporting in. Even if you have nothing to share,

DreamWorks, she was tapped by Warner Bros. to head their

the tradition is to end by saying, “Glad to be here, Boss.”

Written Communications department and worked on the

During the pandemic, trips to air shows and winter

final four “Harry Potter” films, Christopher Nolan films,

training in El Centro stopped. And then Warner Bros. went

and many more.

through a massive restructure, causing Sharon to consider

You might be wondering how the Blue Angels fit into

making a move.

this. Back in 1986, when “Top Gun” was all the rage, Sharon,

Laurie, who now lives in La Quinta, sent her photos

then a publicist’s assistant, was going to air shows with her

of homes for sale, and one in Trilogy® at The Polo Club

aforementioned friend, Laurie. She was already a fan of the

piqued her interest. Just one of the perks of living in Indio,

Blue Angels when she answered a call asking if one of the

California, is it is that much closer to El Centro, so when

firm’s clients would like to take a VIP ride with the Blue

the Blues return for winter training, Sharon is hoping to

Angels. She almost dropped the phone. That client turned

be there.

down the chance, but Sharon was not about to miss hers.

Meanwhile, when The Polo Club’s General Manager, Tim

She pitched other clients, which led to her being directed

Fox (a Navy veteran himself) cruises by her at June Hill’s

to the Blues’ Public Affairs Office (PAO).

Table and asks, “How are you doing, Sharon?” you might

That was 1987, and over the next decade or so, Sharon would happily do whatever she could to help the PAO

hear her say, “Glad to be here, Boss.” n

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GIVES Back BY RYAN NOLL WITH TRILOGY® AT THE VINEYARDS MEMBER MICHAEL O’CONNOR

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It’s pretty incredible when you think about the

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“The folks who live in Trilogy at The Vineyards

positive impact Trilogy® Members are willing to

live here not only because it’s beautiful, but also

make in their respective communities. And by that,

because we have a thriving local community here

I don’t just mean changing things for the better

in Brentwood,” said Trilogy Member and president

within Trilogy, but in their neighborhoods at large.

of DCS, Michael O’Connor. “The people here at

Every Trilogy community has at least one, if not several, charitable groups or Member-led Clubs. Throughout the year they spend considerable time

Trilogy are very family oriented and eager to give back to those in need.” Operated by a 12-person team of volunteers, DCS

and effort to help or facilitate some sort of assistance

coordinates numerous donation fundraisers that

to people and/or communities in need. We’ve seen

support more than 300 families in the community.

Member-led Clubs and groups steer massive chari-

“To help stock our thrift shop and fund the

table efforts to feed school children, collect toys

additional endeavors we do every year, we’re proud

for the holidays, serve veterans, and much more.

to recognize the more than 500 Trilogy families

Once in a while though, we hear stories of

who annually support us through financial and/or

volunteerism that for whatever inadvertent reason,

in-kind donations,” said Michael. “Our five board

flies under the radar. And in this particular instance,

members and I work as a team. We plan new projects

we want to grant a bit of much-warranted attention

to help the underserved people in our community

to a non-profit organization that some Trilogy® at

and organize projects such as Thanksgiving

The Vineyards Members help facilitate called Delta

food boxes, Christmas gift giving to families, and

Community Services (DCS).

providing backpacks loaded with school supplies

What makes DCS remarkable is how ambitious

and Chromebooks to middle school students. We

the organization is. You see, DCS doesn’t just do

continually strive to focus our priorities on donors,

one thing. DCS is responsible for the development

volunteers, and recipients.”

of numerous yearly initiatives ranging from fund-

The common thread in everything DCS does is

raisers to operating a thrift store, from raising

helping future generations in the area have more

money for children's clothing or families in need

opportunities to rise above the poverty level.

to delivering Chromebooks to students who cannot afford them.

“Giving is truly more rewarding than receiving,” Michael said. “I am 76 years old, retired, and have

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been married for 51 years. Volunteering gives me a sense of purpose, belonging, and may help me live longer too.”

Michael isn’t wrong about that. According to a study conducted by VolunteerMatch and United Health Care, volunteering can have several positive influences

75%

75% OF U.S. ADULTS FEEL PHYSICALLY HEALTHIER BY VOLUNTEERING

on your life, including the fact that volunteers are more likely to feel they have greater control

THE MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING ARE EVEN GREATER:*

over their health and well-being. When you feel better about what you’re doing, your stress goes down and that can help lower

93%

88%

79%

88% REPORT INCREASED SELF-ESTEEM

79% REPORT LOWER STRESS LEVELS

blood pressure, improve sleep, and further improve one’s overall health. To get started volunteering in and/or around your local community, do like Michael and start with

93% REPORT AN IMPROVED MOOD

*According to a UnitedHealthcare and VolunteerMatch Study titled "2017 Doing Good is Good for You Study"

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something that interests you or that you’re passionate about. Maybe you’re handy with electronics, or have a passion for teaching art, or can sew, cook — whatever it is, if you volunteer doing something you already enjoy, it’s a win-win. Check with your community’s Lifestyle Director and see if they have any ideas for you. Secondly, don’t outpace yourself. Volunteering is a great thing, but the risk of burnout or overcommitting is a concern, and you don’t want to

Doing Good

from

Coast to Coast

cut too much into your daily routine. Strength in

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volunteering isn’t in hours spent, it’s in the number

Members collected over 400 newborn and

of people willing to lend a hand. So do what works

infant items for the 2021 Valley Health

best for your schedule, whether the time commit-

Community Baby Shower.

ment is big or small. Lastly, invite a friend or neighbor. Volunteering is a wonderful way to not only do something great for the local community but it’s an easy and friendly way to get to know your fellow Trilogy Members. It really doesn’t get any better when you do something fun and helpful that has a positive impact on people who really need your help. “We have found that anyone can benefit from volunteering,” Michael said. “The compassion you give in providing for those in need is more rewarding than you can imagine. Try it – you’ll like it!” n

TRILOGY® ORLANDO In November 2021, Members donated enough blood to save the lives of up to 129 adults and 172 children. TRILOGY® IN SUMMERLIN® In Fall 2021, Members packed enough food at a local food bank – Three Square – to feed 605 families.

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The White House BY EMMA KEIDER WITH TRILOGY® AT VERDE RIVER™ MEMBER LAURA KAPSALIS

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“I have always had an ‘eye’ and an

from Florida, and a Secret Service

appreciation for design,” Laura said. “I’m

agent's wife. There were also mothers

out of 8,000 people for anything is

constantly redecorating, organizing,

of deceased military personnel, who

an accomplishment. But when it is to

tweaking, and painting my home. It fuels

hung ornaments with their fallen

decorate the White House for the 2020

my soul. I never get tired of looking for new

children’s names on them.

holiday season, that's a once-in-a-lifetime

ways to decorate and create new looks.”

opportunity. That's exactly what happened

Laura moved to Verde River in 2019

“All the volunteers were honored, excited, and eager to help in whatever

for Trilogy® at Verde River™ Member,

from the south suburbs of Chicago. She

way they could,” Laura said. “We

Laura Kapsalis.

is a nurse of 25 years, and her spouse,

exchanged info, went out to dinner after

James, is a retired police officer and

our day concluded, and even did an

U.S. residents to help decorate one of

military veteran. She also has two children,

excursion to Mount Vernon together.”

the most historic buildings in the nation

Lane and Jimmy, who are currently

for the holidays. A committee selects 100

attending the University of Arizona. She

the White House, but she was able to take

people from thousands of applicants

was the only applicant from Arizona who

in our nation’s history.

(two from each state) to help bring the

was chosen to decorate the White House.

"Throughout the decorating process,

Once she arrived, Laura and the other

I walked the halls where our forefathers

Each year, the White House invites

joy of the holidays to The People’s House.

Not only did Laura get to help decorate

However, due to the unique nature of

volunteers decorated the State Dining

lived throughout the decades," Laura

2020, they lowered the number to 80

Room first, which holds all the formal

said. “It was truly a humbling honor.”

participants. That means, Laura had a

dining festivities. The theme was an ode

one percent chance of being selected.

to an English Garden. Yellow roses, wis-

decorating and Christmas, but she is

teria branches, and bright lights dotted

also fascinated by United States history.

“I was watching the news in August

Not only is Laura passionate about

and briefly heard that they were now

the two 30-foot Christmas trees placed

accepting applications for volunteers to

around a grand fireplace and an 1869

actually absorbing myself in the history

decorate the White House over the long

painting of Abraham Lincoln above it.

of the White House,” Laura said. “The

Thanksgiving weekend,” Laura said. “I

One of the tree’s toppers was an old, gold

windowpanes, the doorknobs, the wood

grabbed my laptop, went to the site, and

eagle dating back to the early 1900s that

detail, the curtains, the chandeliers, the

filled out the application. It honestly was

Laura had the honor of placing on top of

portraits, the furniture, the China Room,

that simple. I really thought I didn't stand

the tree.

the Library. Every night I would go back

a chance. I closed my laptop and forgot about it.” Laura was ecstatic when she later

“They asked my group who would be strong enough and able to climb the

“My favorite part of decorating was

to the hotel and read about each room, what each room was meant for, the time

ladder to place the priceless gold eagle

periods, the commissioned portraits and

received an email from the White House

heirloom on one of the trees,” Laura

design ideas, and how old these historic

saying she was chosen as one of the

said. “Representing all the frontline

pieces were.”

80 decorators. She was scheduled to

workers during this pandemic, spouses

start decorating at 6:00am the day

of police officers, the state of Arizona,

been selected by the White House and

after Thanksgiving.

and being a former south side Chicago

loved learning more about our nation’s

RN, I volunteered. Standing on that ladder,

history while meeting people from

going to cook the turkey?’” Laura said.

I took a moment, if you will, to remember

around the United States.

“We celebrated that Wednesday, and

where I came from and that indeed,

my husband knew this was an absolute

anything is possible.”

“My daughter actually said, ‘Who's

dream of mine and that I deserved it.” Laura has always had a passion for

Some of the other volunteers chosen

Laura feels deeply honored to have

“It was surreal,” Laura said. “I had to stop many a time and remember where I came from and where I was at. A nurse

to participate were a Statue of Liberty

from the south suburbs of Chicago and

decorating and Christmas, which inspired

Tour guide from New York City, a realtor

a police officer’s wife — decorating the

her to apply.

from Tennessee, a Sephora manager

White House for Christmas!” n

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April

| WE LOVE OUR PETS

All Month Long NATIONAL PICKLEBALL MONTH | Celebrate the fastest growing sport in America with demonstrations, clinics, and play

January

24-30 | NEW YEAR. NEW YOU.

PETSTOCK

| It’s all about our four-legged Members with

playdates, pet-themed cooking demos, educational

sessions, and lots of fun

KEYNOTE SPEAKER SERIES WITH DR. LANDRY | Dr. Roger Landry kicks off our 2022 Keynote Speaker Series with “New Year. New You.” and a preview of this year’s programming

All Month Long GOOD NEIGHBOR PLEDGE | Sign the Trilogy® Good Neighbor Pledge to be a good neighbor

February

| SHARE YOUR PASSIONS

May

| HONORING OUR HEROES AND SHE-ROES

9- 15 TRILOGY WINE WEEK | Get ready for a grape time with wine tours and tastings, wine pairing specials, exclusive Barrel Masters events, and plenty more

14 KEYNOTE SPEAKER SERIES WITH DR. LANDRY | Join

THE BIG GAME | Attend watch parties and celebrate football

Dr. Landry as he discusses Emotional Confidence

14-20

and the role it plays in aging

CHOCOLATE WEEK | Enjoy wine and chocolate tast-

ings, chocolate culinary demonstrations, dessert

MEMORIAL DAY | We’ll honor those who have

specials, and more

served and made the ultimate sacrifice

March

| MOTION MONTH

1-31

MOTION MONTH | Have fun with Fitness Bingo and

ST. PATRICK’S DAY | Everyone’s Irish on St. Patrick’s Day,

fitness-themed events and specials

join in the festivities including happy hours and dining specials

TRILOGY BRACKET CHALLENGE | Registration opens,

KEYNOTE SPEAKER SERIES WITH DR. LANDRY | Join Dr.

then get ready to complete your bracket beginning March 13

Landry as he discusses why Physical Fitness is so important

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June

| BARRELS & BBQ

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October

| HOPS & HARVEST

NATIONAL DONUT DAY | Come up to the Club and enjoy this classic breakfast treat

NATIONAL COFFEE DAY | We start our mornings with

13-19

17-23

TRILOGY BOURBON WEEK | We’ll celebrate this popular spirit with tastings, pairing dinners, and perhaps even a special Trilogy treat

CRAFT BEER WEEK | This week is all about the beloved

July

it every day, but today, we’ll celebrate it extra!

beverage with local brewery tours, beer-pairing dinners, beer tastings, and more

| PRIME SUMMERTIME

INDEPENDENCE DAY | BBQ by the pool, golf cart parades, fun with family and friends? Yes, please!

16 KEYNOTE SPEAKER SERIES WITH DR. LANDRY Join Dr. Landry as he talks about Intellectual Enrichment and why we must keep learning

17 NATIONAL ICE CREAM DAY | Enjoy this sweet summertime treat on a hot day

August

FOCUS ON FITNESS

1-31

| STEP IT UP

1-30

GAIT-TO-GATE | Join your neighbors in our annual step-based challenge! Achieve personal targets and help us hit our goal

FOCUS ON FITNESS MONTH | Commit to be Fit with special fitness programming all month long

September

November

12 KEYNOTE SPEAKER SERIES WITH DR. LANDRY | Join Dr. Landry as he discusses Social Connection and how it leads

| GOOD NEIGHBOR MONTH

to a more fulfilling life

KEYNOTE SPEAKER SERIES WITH DR. LANDRY | Join Dr. Landry for a presentation on Spiritual Well-Being and how it impacts our overall wellness

TAKE A HIKE DAY | Get out in your local community

11 GRANDPARENTS’ DAY | There’s nothing like the bond between grandkids and grandparents

12-18

for a scenic hike

December

| TRADITIONS THAT LAST

All Month Long

Trilogy Members are generous all year, but especially during the holidays! Watch your local MTL Events Calendar for details

RESTAURANT WEEK | Trilogy Chefs will flex their skills and offer special dining experiences all week long!

NEW YEAR’S EVE | It’s the biggest event of the year.

GOOD NEIGHBOR DAY | Trilogy is full of good neighbors, show yours how much you care with treats and gratitude

the new one with a bang

Celebrate the memories from the past year and start off

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chapter

Get Committed to Your Healthy Longevity BY DR. ROGER LANDRY, MD, MPH AND AUTHOR OF “LIVE LONG, DIE SHORT: A GUIDE TO AUTHENTIC HEALTH AND SUCCESSFUL AGING”

You’ve been successful in life. You’ve raised a family, had a career, and are now wondering what’s next. You love your home and so many great things have happened there, but… That “but” may be many things, like:

This is a natural process shared by many. There have been multiple chapters in your life and now you’re in a new one: a chapter that could very well mean a “new” you! Perhaps you’ve thought about living in a different part of the country, or trying things you’ve always wanted to do. Maybe you want to learn about new subjects with which you're unfamiliar or focus on your health. I applaud these kinds of goals. As a preventive medicine physician focusing on healthy longevity, I can give you many very compelling reasons to consider this next chapter as a critical one. One that can make all the difference in the quality and length of the rest of your life.

“There isn’t so much happening here anymore.” “So many of the connections I had are gone.” "My home doesn't feel like the place where I will be the healthiest anymore." “I’m ready for something new and exciting.”

Lifestyle Becomes Key When the MacArthur Foundation Research Network’s 10-year Study on Aging published its results some 25 years ago, it smashed the stereotype of aging. They concluded it is not genes, but the choices we make every day, that are the major determinant of how we age.

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Lifestyle is the key player. How much we move, learn, stay connected, and have meaning and purpose in our lives, is responsible for up to 70% of how we age. Although some decline is inevitable, we can continue to grow throughout our lifespan. So, whether we take the more common path of gradual decline or the healthy longevity route is up to us. Yes, we are living longer, but there is no guarantee on the quality of that longevity. The MacArthur Study found it is never too late or too early to begin living the lifestyle that is more likely to result in a healthy longevity.

How You Can Age Healthier

about dr. landry Dr. Roger Landry is a preventive medicine physician trained at Tufts University School of Medicine and Harvard University School of Public Health. Dr. Landry specializes in building environments that empower older adults to maximize their unique potential. He is currently the president of Masterpiece, a company with a mission to

One thing’s for sure: where we live matters for our next chapter,

inspire and cultivate individual growth, impact lifestyle

because how we live matters. Trilogy® also believes this is important,

wellness, build healthy and purposeful longevity, all while

and in 2022, I’ll be leading six different discussions via the virtual

building resilience for the older adult.

Keynote Speaker Series on how to approach healthy longevity with

For over a decade, Dr. Landry has focused his efforts

Trilogy’s five Wellness Pillars – PHYSICAL FITNESS, EMOTIONAL

on older adults as a lecturer, researcher, consultant, and

CONFIDENCE, INTELLECTUAL ENRICHMENT, SPIRITUAL WELL-BEING,

author. He is the author of the award-winning book “Live

and SOCIAL CONNECTION.

Long, Die Short: A Guide to Authentic Health and Successful

If you are motivated to make 2022 the year of a NEW YOU by

Aging”. His book has been endorsed by AARP, was a pick

modifying your lifestyle, perhaps just a few degrees, in order

of MORE magazine, and is a winner of the Gold Medal for

to get on course to a longevity that is healthy, high quality, and

Living Now Awards, books for better living. Dr. Roger is

the best it can be… then I believe these discussions can help. We

the author of scores of published articles, a white paper,

will explore in detail each of the major areas of our lives - the

Where You Live Matters, and a contributing author to

pillars of the Trilogy lifestyle - in a way that is understandable,

“80 Things to do When You Turn 80.”

practical, and actionable. Anyone who attends can improve, because just as changing a degree or two on a compass can put you very far from where you would have been, so too, can steady, small changes in your lifestyle choices. Of course, we will go into great detail on the science of behavior and lifestyle change, so you are more likely to stay on course. The old you is special. To get you where you are today, which I’m sure was not without challenges, takes resilience. But now

2022 Keynote Speaker Series Schedule These virtual discussions featuring Dr. Roger Landry will be held online. Information is available via MyTrilogyLife.com. Saturday, January 8th:

New Year, New You

Saturday, March 19th:

Physical Fitness

Saturday, May 14th:

Emotional Confidence

where you will most likely live your best life? Let’s make 2022

Saturday, July 16th:

Intellectual Enrichment

a year you flourish. See you there! n

Saturday, September 10th:

Spiritual Well-Being

Saturday, November 12th:

Social Connection

comes your decision. Do you want a new you with even more resilience? Do you want to stack the deck so you are more likely to experience a healthy longevity? Are you ready to think about

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gifts to give BY KELCI COOPER WITH BLUESTAR RESORT & GOLF’S DIRECTOR OF RETAIL KERI BIRCHBY

Keri Birchby has been a member of the BlueStar Resort & Golf team since

Gift giving can be an arduous task, but it is worth it once you

2017, and her sense of

find the perfect gift, wrap it up, and give it to your loved one. To

style has transformed the

help give you a few ideas for some common gifts - for the Host

MyTrilogyLife.com/Shop

or Hostess, Him, Her, Kids, and New Neighbors - we spoke with

as well as the on-site

BlueStar Resort & Golf’s National Director of Retail, Keri Birchby.

For The Host or Hostess:

retail offerings.

“Kitchen accessories are a great go-to when

it comes to thanking your host,” Keri said. “Items such as cheeky tea towels, serving dishes, appetizer plates, cheese boards, cookbooks, and more are both fun and functional.” Keri’s favorite? A good tea towel. “You can find so many great options at local boutiques or online,” she said. “This ‘There’s No Place Like Trilogy’ towel is available online via MYTRILOGYLIFE.COM/SHOP.”

For The guys: “Hat caddies are such a great gift for the guys,” Keri said. “It’s something they might not even know they needed.” There are many different types of hat caddies out there, but Keri’s favorite is one that’s perfect for traveling. “The hat caddie we have on the #MYTRILOGYLIFE Shop can hold up to six hats or visors and is ideal for traveling,” she said. “It is a sleek carrying case that is easy to throw in the truck or in an overhead compartment. And the best part is you won’t worry about them getting crushed!”

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For her: “Cozy, super soft blankets, robes, lounge sets, slippers, and beanies are all very trendy right now,” Keri said. “I think a lot of people look at home differently after the last couple of years and having some of these little luxuries makes home feel like a sanctuary.” The #MTL Shop carries a variety of these “Dreamy Luxe” items, but similar items can be found at big box stores and small boutiques alike.

For The kids or grandkids: Something portable? Check. Something easy to clean up? Check. Something fun? Check! “There is a company called Mudpuppy that creates these magnetic tin playsets that are amazing for kids,” Keri said. “Each set comes with multiple magnetic backgrounds and sheets of mix and match magnets so that the kids can create their own works of art time and time again.” “My favorite is the ‘Make-a-Face Magnetic Build It’ set, where kids can create faces on a variety of characters, but they also have dress up, dinosaurs, construction sites, and plenty more options.”

For the new neighbor: “What a better way to make a new neighbor feel welcome than with a housewarming gift?” Keri explained. “It doesn’t need to be anything grand, but a little something to make them feel at home in a new place will go a long way.” Think of items like a puzzle or game they can play while they wait for their internet to be connected or hand soap and lotion to place next to an empty sink. n

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HolisticHealth

& Happiness By Dr. Amy Whittington

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TAKING A LOOK AT

“Whole Health”

AND HOW TO ACHIEVE IT

Holistic health, or striving for “whole” health, goes

It is common to want to be alone when your mental

well beyond staying physically healthy and includes

health is suffering, but intentionally improving your

social, mental, spiritual, and emotional wellness.

social health is vital to your mental health. Research

Many of us spend countless hours pursuing physical

has shown having just one happy person around you

health with less thought on maintaining the other

increases your happiness by 15%! Force yourself to

aspects of holistic wellness. But now, perhaps more

continue to participate even when you don’t feel like

than ever, the mental health aspect is becoming

it, whether in person, over the phone, or otherwise,

increasingly difficult to maintain.

as connection to others is a vital component of

It would be hard to imagine even a single individual who has not been affected by issues related to

your own mental health. Spiritual health can be defined in many ways,

mental health, either personally or involving a loved

and what is important is that you identify what

one. Mental health can be complicated by personal

improves your spiritual health and do it. Intentionally

stressors, physical ailments, genetic disruptions

building your spiritual health might mean pursuing

in chemical balances, and a myriad of other factors.

religion, meditation, or other relaxation techniques,

Compound this with the sociological stressors

or simply seeking out nature. Increasing acts of

present in today’s world and maintaining mental

kindness for others can build your spiritual wellness

health, or better yet, striving for happiness, can

and has been repeatedly shown to increase personal

seem like an impossible challenge. Sometimes,

happiness, and proportionately so (the more you do

managing anxiety and pulling yourself out of a

for others, the happier you are). Spiritual health is

depressive episode requires help, and if you are in

whatever reminds you that you are a part of a

this position, the first thing you should do is reach

bigger picture, and an important one.

out for that help. But for those in need of just a little

Emotional health is arguably the holistic health

more mental health support, the answer might be

aspect most entangled with mental health and is

found in the concept of holistic wellness.

usually defined as being in control of your thoughts,

Holistic health is, by definition, the balance of your

feelings, and reactions. Typically, the more you are

whole being, and if our mental health is being taxed by

struggling with mental health, the more you struggle

increased stressors, bolstering the other components

with your emotions. Conversely, however, it can be

of social, emotional, spiritual, and physical health

immensely beneficial to your mental health if you

might actually be the key to improving your mental

can learn to control your emotional health (i.e., learn

health, even in these tough times.

to control your emotional responses to situations

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and to other people). Positive thoughts about yourself are a

to enhance your mood through trying times. Magnesium, vitamin

great place to begin.

D, and B-vitamins can help to decrease anxiety and improve

Although physical health tends to be the holistic aspect that

low mood. An extract from green tea called L-theanine, or the

gets the most attention, it is often the first neglected when

plant portion of cannabis called CBD are also good options for

our mental health is declining. Exercise helps to increase and

anxiety with little interaction potential or side effects. Other

balance our mood-enhancing hormone serotonin and happiness-

nutrients like 5-HTP and herbs like St. John’s Wort, lavender,

inducing endorphins. It improves daytime energy and sleep at

and lemon balm can also be used for depression (some of

night, further improving mood and the pursuit of other positive

these do have interactions and should be prescribed to you).

habits. Those who exercise tend to have more positive thoughts

If you have tried many of the strategies listed here for mood

and fewer physical ailments. Strive to seek daily activity, even

and they aren’t working, don’t hesitate to get help. Metabolic

if it is just a short walk, to reap the benefits for not only your

disruptions like blood sugar disturbance, vitamin D deficiencies,

body, but your outlook too.

and hormonal changes can all result in anxiety or depression,

Beyond exercise, physical health also includes good nutrition

or you may simply need biochemical support. Your treating

and can include the appropriate use of supportive nutrients.

physicians might be able to find a cause and a solution for you.

Decreasing sugar intake and eating a balanced diet of whole

There is no doubt that many of us have stressors in our lives

foods will decrease blood sugar highs that can lend to anxiety,

right now that we aren’t used to, but with a little more intention

and lows that can lend to depression. Including whole grains

on balancing our wellness from a holistic perspective, those

and colorful fruits and vegetables will help to provide the

stressors don’t have to rob you of joy. If you need to jump-start

energy producing nutrients needed to keep you physically and

your happiness, start with the basics: eat well, exercise, get

mentally well.

outside, visit with other people, give to other people, be kind to

Many over-the-counter nutrients have positive benefits on

yourself, increase your vitamins and nutrients, and keep moving

your mental health. Remember to always have your treating

forward. From a holistic perspective, happiness can be found

physician review any additions to your nutrient regimen, but

in pursuing all of the types of wellness, and the key to it is

once approved, nutrients or herbs can be just enough support

finding the perfect balance of each of those aspects for you. n

Dr. Amy Whittington Dr. Amy practices naturopathic medicine at the Alvea Spa in Trilogy® at Vistancia® in Peoria, Arizona. She has been Trilogy’s chosen naturopath for more than a decade. Dr. Amy publishes a monthly Wellness Journal on MyTrilogyLife.com, provides individual consultations in Arizona and does presentations via Club Connect™. Among Dr. Amy’s offerings are detoxification programs, acupuncture, skin-tightening treatments, collagen injection therapy, and full-body health assessments.

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TRILOGY® IN SUMMERLIN®

Trilogy® in Summerlin® Keeps the Gait-to-Gate Trophy for Another Year

TRILOGY® IN SUMMERLIN®

FOUR YEARS AGO, Trilogy® introduced

Gait-to-Gate, a step-based walking challenge that takes place in the month of November to

“I am so proud of all the Members who continue to participate in Gait-to-Gate year after year,” Sara Rainey, BlueStar Resort & Golf’s National Director of Lifestyle, said. “Watching this program grow has been amazing, and I can’t wait to come

encourage Members to stay healthy heading

up with how to make it even better in 2022.”

into the holiday season. What we thought

the top steppers at each location and for the

would be a small, fun competition has turned

There are prizes involved in Gait-to-Gate for Trilogy community who walks the largest average number of miles per home during the month. In

into the largest national program offered in

2021, Trilogy® in Summerlin® was our community

Trilogy communities, with over 1,500

just over 170 closed homes at the time this article

Members participating each year.

winner (and the smallest Trilogy community at was written) who walked an average of 48.5 miles per home throughout the month.

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“We like to say that we’re small but mighty here,” Trilogy in Summerlin’s Outlook Club Manager Tylar Saget said. “Our Members worked really hard to keep the Gait-to-Gate trophy for another year and the team and I are so proud of them for doing it!” Trilogy in Summerlin was the community winner in 2020, after the trophy was held by Trilogy® Orlando for the first two years of the competition. What’s their secret? Well, part of it may be the mentality of their Wellness Coordinator Michele Chovan-Taylor (as evidenced in Walk It Off on page 12) or the enthusiasm of their Lifestyle Coordinator Leta High (who was recently awarded the Silver Nugget for Lifestyle Coordinator of the Year from the Southern Nevada Home Builders Association and Las Vegas Review-Journal). But whatever it is, don’t expect them to let up.

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“Our Members have gotten really competitive in these last few years as the community has grown,” Tylar said. “I don’t think they’ll give up that trophy very easily next year, so watch out!” More importantly than a trophy or the title of “Top Stepper” is the feeling of accomplishment all Members should feel when participating in Gait-to-Gate. “At its core, Gait-to-Gate is meant for Members of all fitness levels to get outside and just move in whatever way works best for them,” Sara explained. “It is a step-based TRILOGY® ORLANDO

challenge, but those steps can be counted by working around the house, gardening, or grocery shopping. If Members are taking just a few more steps than they normally would have, that makes it all worth it to me.” For more information on Gait-to-Gate, including last year’s top steppers, visit MyTrilogyLife.com/Gait-to-Gate. n

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One Member’s Story of Building New Friendships

Trilogy communities are known for being social and we’ve heard many stories of Members making friends on their very first day in their community. But what happens when it’s spring in 2020 and social events, dining in, and being within six feet of each other are practically non-existent? Here is one Member’s story of finding friendship in her brand-new community despite all the hurdles in the way of connection in 2020. – Kelci Cooper

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My grandma’s dining table emerged,

(six months) with the delivery of our

and I motioned to the guys to put it in

new sofa. That wouldn’t have been a

the golf-cart garage. This was to be my

big deal except we had given away our

temporary research laboratory… with

old sofa, and all we had to sit on was

an emphasis on temporary.

a pathetic loveseat.

Two years earlier, I’d gone back

Then the meeting with the window

to school to learn how to formulate

covering guy was cancelled so I taped

skincare and enlisted my husband to

butcher paper over the windows. This

help me start a business. Since then,

was not the modern farmhouse look

It was already dark

I had been making balms and wrinkle

I was going for.

when we turned into Trilogy® at The Polo

bringing my products to the desert,

The only one loving life was the dog,

Club. This would be our first night as

where dry skin is an ongoing battle.

Winnie. She had the cocktail pool of her

official residents. “Here goes everything,” I said to my

creams, and I was looking forward to

No one wanted to hook up anything.

Now, I realized, it would be hard to

dreams. And, as it’s said around my

share my creations when I couldn’t even

house, “If Winnie ain’t happy, ain’t

husband as the gates opened, and our

connect with other people. I needed a

no one happy.”

new life began. It was April 5, 2020. Two

moment and stepped outside to check

weeks into California’s COVID stay-at-

out the moon. Then, out of the dark, a

more time alone with my husband than

home order.

couple appeared. She was blonde, fit,

I had in the last 20 years. I would have

and held a plate of cookies. He was tall,

given a lot for a girls’ night out, but I’d

reminded myself; no right time to get a

dark, and buff. She was April. He was

left all my girlfriends behind. Then April

divorce, have a second kid, no right time

Kenny. “Please be cool. Please be cool,”

called. I was hoping she would ask if I

to die. But moving from a community

I begged the heavens.

wanted to escape to Mexico with her,

There is no right time to move, I

we’d been active in for 30 years, to a

It turns out that every once in a while,

By the end of week one, I had spent

but she asked if we’d like to come over

place where there was zero chance of a

God throws you a bone. April loved guitar.

social life? That was not how I imagined

My husband plays guitar. Kenny had a

the start of our “Act Three.”

fully restored 1941 Plymouth in his garage.

April hooked up her brand-new mister,

I love classic cars. A glimmer of hope

which was really a giant fan with a hose

The moving van, already parked in

for a driveway happy hour. Fabulous. We spaced our chairs at a distance as

front of our brand-new home, spilled

crept through me as I entered their phone

aimed at its flailing blades. “Mist” wasn’t

light into the dark neighborhood. The

numbers into my list of favorites. Later

exactly what it produced. Intermittent

movers began hauling furniture down the

that night, I dropped a jar of my Rain

flooding was more like it.

ramp, their feet encased in blue paper

Forest Balm at their door.

booties, their hands in gloves, and their faces masked.

The next day, the sofa company called to say there’d be a slight delay

April flopped down six feet away from me. “Hey,” she said with her Chicago accent, “I liked your product.”

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us laughing. It didn’t take much prodding

I opened the golf-cart door expecting

to get Elizabeth and Otto to join us. They

to spend a moment letting the mountains

were new, too.

chill me out. Instead, I saw Kenny, rolling

The next Friday, Kristen and Rick

our huge umbrella from our backyard

sauntered down the street dragging

to the driveway. “You can’t let those

chairs and beverages. We didn’t know

products sit out in this heat,” he said.

who they were, and it didn’t matter. We

Then I saw April hauling a long white

all gathered around the mister like kids

table out of her garage and heading my

at Scout camp and yakked our heads off.

way. “You can’t put your grandma’s

A bubble was born.

table in this sun,” she said, “The wood

In October, an Art Walk was announced for the community. It would be a day where Members could follow a map and

will dry out.” Then Elizabeth appeared with a giant bag of treats and a tablecloth. Kristen turned up looking like she was

check out the work of resident artists.

ready to take over the Lancôme counter

They could buy if they wished. Surely, I

at Bloomingdale’s and told me she was

wouldn’t be considered an artist, but

now my head of sales.

when I inquired, I was told that making skincare counted. I prepared for weeks and weeks. The

Where was I, and who were these people who took it upon themselves to help? I wanted to cry.

“Tell your friends,” I replied.

night before the event, there was a loud

By 10:00am, the residents were

“I don’t have any. We just moved in

banging on the golf cart garage door. It

stopping and shopping. My three new

was April, Elizabeth, and Kristen. They

girlfriends and even our husbands

eyeballed the jars and bottles loaded up

talked about my products like they had

on my work bench. Elizabeth asked, “Do

labored over a hot cauldron themselves.

you need any help tomorrow?” Where I

We did more business that day than I

came from (Connecticut), asking for help

ever could have hoped for. This is what

wasn’t really a thing, so I lied and said,

neighbors do, I realized. I’d never had

“No, I’ve got it.”

neighbors like these.

a month before you.” “I liked that Rain Forest stuff,” Kenny said. My husband asked, “Do you have friends?” “I do now,” Kenny said, and we all laughed. I didn’t find it so funny. If my little

By 7:30 the morning of the event,

By spring 2021, the rules had relaxed

my grandma’s table was loaded and

a bit and word was getting out that there

vacate the golf-cart garage, I would be

ready for my husband to push onto

was a skin lady on campus. My business

spending my 70s in the doghouse.

the driveway. “Don’t freak, don’t stress,

felt like it might survive, and my husband

don’t worry,” was my mantra. But I

said he could live without a golf cart for

was freaking.

another year. Bless his heart.

business didn’t become big enough to

A couple in a cherry red golf cart drove by and stopped when they saw

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“Divine” Meatballs GET THIS • ground pork – ½ pound • ground veal – ½ pound (you may substitute for additional pork) • ground beef – 1 pound • eggs – 2 large • ricotta cheese – ½ cup In July, it was announced that The Polo Club would begin a new weekly event called “Social Sundays.” That first Sunday, I stood beside the

• parmesan cheese – ½ cup • panko breadcrumbs – 1 cup • worcestershire sauce – 1 tbsp

chafing dish of divine meatballs and

• garlic – 2 cloves, minced

observed the crowd. Kenny spotted me

• yellow onion – 1/3 cup

from across the room and headed my

• parsley – 2 tsp, chopped

way. We stood side by side. “This is what we came for,” he said.

• paprika – ¼ tsp

“What? Meatballs?”

• chili powder – ½ tsp

“This,” he made a sweep of the room

• salt and black pepper to taste

with his hand. “Socializing. That was the whole idea of moving here, right?”

• your favorite marinara sauce

“I guess,” I said, surprised I didn’t feel that excited about socializing. “But now I’m not so sure. What we had during lockdown was deep. I don’t know if I’d

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1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. Sweat onion and garlic in a sautée pan until translucent. Let cool. 3. Once onions and garlic are cool, mix everything but the marinara by hand until just incorporated.

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4. Divide meatball mixture into 2-ounce portions. Place on a greased baking sheet 2 inches apart. 5. Bake for 20 minutes until cooked through and browned. 6. Braise in marinara for at least 30 minutes at 350 degrees. Serve with pasta or grilled bread.

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If you talk

to Trilogy® Orlando Member

“The eyes, brain, and heart compose a photo,”

Andrew Pieski, one thing will become evident pretty

FOCUS Club member Kay Rivard said. “Equipment

quickly: he is passionate about photography. In

does not ‘see’ beauty or uniqueness, it’s the

the last year, he’s taken over 120,000 images while

photographer who does. So, you can have the best

attending events at Trilogy® Orlando’s Magnolia

equipment, but if you yourself do not ‘see’ the

House. But even more impressive is how passionate

beauty, you still won’t capture it!”

he is about getting others excited about photography. Andrew is the leader of the community’s FOCUS Photography Club, which has about 40 active

So, what does make a difference? According to Andrew, it’s all about composition. “The goal of the club is to have everyone become

members and meets monthly. In preparation for

a better photographer,” Andrew said. “The way we

those meetings, Andrew spends countless hours

approach that is by having our members start

envisioning various photo challenges and coming

recognizing what makes a ‘good’ photograph.

up with topics for the group to discuss. Each month,

Incorporating the rule of thirds, symmetry, leading

the group shares images they’ve taken and discuss

lines, patterns, and other compositional guides

the subject matter, the composition and color, and

make a difference. Even experienced photographers

ways in which the photographer might be able to

need to be reminded of the basics.”

improve next time. But one thing they never talk about? Equipment. “The club has members of all experience levels, from professional photographers to people who just want to get more out of their smartphone,” Andrew

Many of the club’s members appreciate this mentality and feel as though the club and its members help them see “outside of the box” when it comes to their photos. “It’s amazing to have so many different ways to

said. “My biggest challenge is to keep the professional

create an amazing photo,” FOCUS Club member

photographers just as engaged as the beginners,

Gwen Cox said. “And I owe it all to our supportive

which is why we try to deemphasize equipment.”

club members. It’s such an enjoyable experience.”

He explained that getting stuck on specific

Each month, Andrew says the group’s photos get

equipment can lead to unnecessary, bifurcated

better and better. And when asked why he puts so

conversations and that, more importantly, “you do

much time and passion into the group, Andrew says,

not need an expensive camera to take a good picture.”

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“Smoke on the Water” by Andrew Pieski "This photo is of a Trilogy Member practicing his part during rehearsal of a local Trilogy musical group."

Andrew Pieski has lived in Trilogy Orlando for five years with his wife, Dr. Mary Kay Pieski. Andrew’s passion for photography began in 2000 and grew out of necessity when a project he was working on required a lot of photo documentation of problems and progress. He continued to enjoy photography until retirement, when he says photography became “his thing”. He now leads the FOCUS Photography Club and continues to strive to be “the best photographer he can be.”

“Thunderbirds” by Ed Rogner “This photo captures the Air Force Thunderbirds in their famous ‘Diamond Formation’ while thrilling the audiences at Sun ‘n Fun in Lakeland, Florida, and demonstrating the incredible capabilities of the Air Force's premier multi-role fighter jet, the F-16 Fighting Falcon.” Ed Rogner has lived in Trilogy since March 2018. His interest in photography began in high school and continued throughout college. Ed’s focus on his career and young family forced photography to the background. Having been an Air Force "brat”, Ed's interest in aviation also began at an early age, and once his career and family allowed him the privilege, he earned his private pilot's license and purchased a small airplane. The digital age inspired Ed to rekindle his passion for photography, and coupled with his love for aviation, he began photographing anything that flew, especially airplanes and birds.

“Tranquility” by George Hamlin “This photo was taken in August 2016 at Maligne Lake in Jasper National Park, located in Alberta, Canada. Maligne Lake is known for its azure water, and the towering peaks and glaciers that surround it.”

George Hamlin has been an avid amateur photographer since he was a boy. Originally from Long Island, New York, he and his wife, Janet, moved to Trilogy Orlando in 2006. They have three children and five grandchildren. In retirement, George and Janet have had the opportunity to travel extensively and have visited all 50 states and much of Canada. George's passion is nature photography and his travel to numerous national parks in North America has provided incredible opportunities to fulfill this passion.

“The Gossip Bench” by Irving Georges “This photo was taken in Santo Domingo in 2017. It seemed like a great place to sit down and watch the world pass you by.”

Irving Georges has been taking photographs since he was 14 years old. Today, at age 88, he is still out and about clicking away. A substantial amount of Irving’s work is showcased in two separate libraries. The first is the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture located in Harlem, New York, where his photos help document black history in Harlem. The second is the Plainfield Public Library in Plainfield, New Jersey, where over 5,000 of his photos document more than 30 years of the town’s history.

“The Jewelry Lady” by Lisa Liang “This photo of a Tujia woman was taken in Fenghuang (Phoenix) Ancient Town, Hunan, China. It is a small county with a population of nearly half a million. Built in 1704, it has many well-preserved architectural remains of Ming and Qing styles. Over half of its population belong to the Miao and Tujia minorities with unique ethnic languages, customs, and arts.” Lisa Liang uses her camera to catch the stunning beauty of nature, and to create permanent memory of precious moments with family and friends. During recent years, she has traveled back to China to see her family and visit places throughout the country. She says, “Those photos help me to relive the wonderful time and revisit those beautiful places. I am honored to share one with other Trilogy Members.”

“Lunch” by Paul W. Emert “This photo was taken in 2017 at the Katmai National Park in Alaska. We were with guides who led us down the river near shallow streams where the bears were feeding. I photographed this particular bear from about 20 feet away, and it was going to a quieter part of the stream to eat his catch in peace.” Paul W. Emert has lived in Trilogy Orlando for nearly five years and has been involved in the FOCUS Photography Club for most of that time. He says, “I try to tell a story with my photographs and prefer nature and wildlife as my subjects.”

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A Fundraiser for Children with Pediatric Cancer

BY EMMA KEIDER WITH TRILOGY® AT MONARCH DUNES MEMBER CORT BAKER PHOTOS BY TRILOGY® MEMBERS HAROLD JOSEPH & JENNIFER THEIN WILLIAMS

On St. Patrick’s Day 2021 on the pickleball courts of Trilogy®

“My wife came into the bathroom and asked what was

at Monarch Dunes, people weren’t cheering on a pickleball

wrong,” Cort said. “I told her I was frustrated trying to cut

match or a St. Patrick’s Day celebration, but a simple haircut

my hair and I should just shave it off. About 15 minutes later,

instead. All 15 of the volunteers were doing something amazing:

I came out to the living room and told my wife ‘I have shaved

raising donations for pediatric cancer research and showing

it off before, why not do it again, but raise money for St.

their support for children who are going through the greatest

Baldrick's?’ I was on the board of our Pickleball Club and I knew

battle of their lives. Scissors snipped and razors buzzed as the

that it would be easier to plan with the help of our amazing

weight of Members’ hair fell and the beauty of their generosity

Lifestyle Team. Our HOA Board was 100% behind the idea and

rose above.

so were Tasio and Katie Beth from BlueStar.”

It all started with Monarch Dunes Member and Pickleball

The St. Baldrick’s Foundation began in 1999 with Tim Kenny,

Club Leader, Cort Baker. He first found out about head shaving

Enda McDonnell, and John Bender, who posed the question,

events in 2015 at an event to raise money for pediatric cancer

“How will you give back in return for your own good fortune

research. At the event, he learned more about the St. Baldrick’s

in business?” Enda happened to have a full head of hair at

Foundation, which is the largest private funder of pediatric

the time, which gave John the idea to shave their heads to

cancer research in the United States. Cort was so impressed

fundraise for kids with cancer. They came up with the name

with the organization and the great work they accomplished,

St. Baldrick’s as a play on words, and the foundation was

the business association he worked for decided to partner with

born. Their first head-shaving event was on St. Patrick’s Day,

the foundation again in 2016, where he first shaved his head.

hence, most events occurring on the holiday. Over the years,

Flash forward to 2021, and Cort recalled the organization after his failed attempt to cut his own hair.

the foundation has raised more than $178 million, which has in turn helped develop new cancer treatments for kids.

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The Monarch Dunes Pickleball Club event alone raised $50,000 for St. Baldrick’s. “The generous outpouring from the community was stunning,” Cort said. “When I first contacted St. Baldrick's back in January 2021, I told my programming coordinator that I hoped to get five

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It felt like the first real community event since the pandemic started, which inspired them even more to participate. Justine and Bob Spelman were the only couple to shave their heads together and thought it was a great way to support the cause. “No one knew what was going to happen with COVID, so it

shavees and maybe raise $7,000 to $10,000. The outcome so

was so cool to see the community come out of their homes and

far exceeded my expectations, it was truly a magical event.”

be focused on something other than the pandemic,” Justine

Rochelle Williams, the Executive Community Association

said. “Shaving your head is something we have a choice in

Manager of Monarch Dunes at the time, was one of 15 volunteers

doing, but the young children with cancer don’t have that

who shaved their heads at the event. Rochelle wanted to show her

choice. We said to ourselves, ‘Let’s do it together for a great

support for families battling cancer and inspire her two children.

cause and let’s have fun doing it.’”

“I was nervous at first, but with all the love and support

Justine was nervous about what she was going to look like,

from the crowd at Trilogy, it was actually fun,” Rochelle said.

but sharing the experience with her husband for a good cause

“I never thought I would enjoy having a shaved head, but it

was enough for her to push through the nerves.

ended up looking great. My kids even loved it. The best part was

“I was holding on to Bob for dear life, I was so scared,” Justine

being able to talk about the foundation and engage with Trilogy

said. “Once the shears turned on, that was the point of no return.

residents. After the event, many owners continued to stop by

Once it happened, it felt very freeing. Doing something like

the office just to see how the hair was growing out.”

that with your partner is a very special experience.”

At the event, there were about 30 friends and family members

While it may have taken some time recognizing herself in

cheering on the shavees, and spectators could also watch virtually

the mirror or feeling the cool breeze on her head, for Justine, it

online. Each shavee had their own link for their event where

was all worth it.

people could support them by contributing donations, and there

“I had so many people who had children with cancer come

was an online raffle with about 20 different prizes. Before the

up to me afterwards and when I heard their stories, it really

event even started, $40,000 was raised, and by the end of May,

touched my heart,” Justine said. “It was just very emotional,

Monarch Dunes had raised more than $50,000.

and it really brought the community closer together.”

One of the shavees was Laurance Shinderman, who attended the event and decided to get his head shaved last minute to raise even more donations for the cause. “I just went down to cheer on the others who were getting their

Cort is planning on making the fundraiser an annual event and encourages other Trilogy communities to support the cause. “We are looking forward to holding this event again next St. Patrick’s Day,” Cort said. “If the Pickleball Clubs at any of the

heads shaved,” Laurance said. “My neighbor, Lisa Hershberger,

other Trilogy sites would like to challenge us to a fundraising

said she would donate $100 if I did it, too. I said, ‘You’re on.’

competition, we would welcome the challenge. You can reach

Then I believe Mike Leong [Monarch Dunes Member] ponied up

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money, too.”

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coming up sa When Steve Rosa began his work life washing dishes and bussing tables, he never thought it would lead to a career in hospitality. But now, more than four decades and scores of restaurant roles later, he’s become one of the most important members of the BlueStar Resort & Golf team. Along with BlueStar’s President and Founder Tim Steckbeck, Steve provides guidance to the ever-growing portfolio of dining experiences with Trilogy®. Here’s a little peek behind the culinary curtain into what drives Steve’s unquestionable passion.

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MTL: Steve, you’ve got a reputation for being, shall we say, enthusiastic?

STEVE ROSA: Okay, so let me jump in right there! Yes, I am enthusiastic, and I love that reputation. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been a restaurant guy. I love the food. I love the energy. I love seeing smiles on people’s faces. I love everything about it. And yes, I bet you it does come through on my visits to our Clubs.

MTL: It’s coming through in this interview already! So, when you visit a Club, what are you looking for?

SR: When I’m on site, I’m working with the team to ensure that

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we are producing delicious food and presenting it in unique

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ways. Our job is to create amazing places for people to break

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bread with one another. In some of our Clubs, that’s multiple

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full-service restaurants. In others, it’s poolside dining. In others,

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it’s amazing chef’s studios. Regardless, we want people to want to come back again and again.

MTL: It’s like the theater – MTL: With that in mind, what makes people come back again and again?

every night is opening night.

SR: That’s exactly right. And it’s why we’re always challenging

SR: The restaurant business is both incredibly simple and

ourselves and our teams to innovate. Whether it’s perfecting our

incredibly difficult. People want good food served quickly from

chefs’ signature menu items or working with our suppliers to

friendly people in a fun atmosphere. There’s lots of versions of

source the perfect blend of ingredients or training our teams on

that, but the fundamentals don’t change. But even though the

the subtleties of service, we’ve got to treat every visit like it’s

recipe is simple, the execution isn’t. Every service feels like

the most important visit.

you’re preparing a French omelette.

MTL: You’ve been with BlueStar and Trilogy for nearly a decade. MTL: What do you mean by that?

What has you most proud?

SR: Well, the French omelette is a classic test of a chef’s skills.

SR: Honestly, I just feel blessed to be able to do what I love.

It’s eggs, milk, butter, salt, and pepper. That’s it. If the cookery’s

I won’t say it never feels like work, but pretty much every day

not perfect, there’s nowhere to hide. Same goes with a dining

I get to wake up and spend my day with people I respect, doing

experience. The heart-of-house team has to work with the front-

work that matters, in settings that are beautiful, for Members

of-house team in perfect harmony. When it works – which

and guests who are truly appreciative. The only way I might be

thankfully it usually does for us – you get the chance to earn

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incredible loyalty.

Steve Rosa is the Vice President of Food & Beverage and Operations for BlueStar Resort & Golf, Trilogy’s hospitality management partner at most communities. BlueStar was founded in 2005, and since its inception has worked hand in hand with Trilogy to “create amazing experiences that make people never want to leave”.

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on the LOOKING AHEAD TO TRILOGY®’S THREE NEWEST COMMUNITIES

For more than 20 years at more than 20 communities, the team at Trilogy® has worked to create environments which

In 2022, three new communities will begin welcoming buyers. The first is in the southern Nevada desert in Northwest Las Vegas, Trilogy® Sunstone. Set within the Sunstone master plan north of the city, this new 55+ resort community is ideally located for

are consistent in philosophy but unique

outdoor adventures in nearby Red Rock Canyon, Mount

in execution. The sound of ocean waves

access to the excitement of the Las Vegas strip. The

crashing near Trilogy® at Monarch Dunes in Nipomo, California, is a stark contrast to the desert flora of Trilogy at Vistancia ®

in Peoria, Arizona, but once you come inside the community, the similarities in culture and experience are striking.

Charleston, and Lee Canyon, while also offering quick heart of Trilogy Sunstone is planned to be a modern, amenity-rich Resort Club called “Cabochon Club”, which will feature what Trilogy is known for – beautiful spaces designed with the purpose of bringing neighbors together. Trilogy Sunstone is expected to feature some of Shea Homes®’ newest floorplan designs, including the popular Freedom Collection as well as the duplex Resort Collection. With a variety of home sizes and price points, the community is designed to be attainable for both year-rounders and those who

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Treasure Valley Social Club at Trilogy® Valor

might be considering a second home in the desert. As in all communities Trilogy creates, the homes will feature contemporary, open-concept floorplans that maximize livability, with outdoor living spaces that make the most of the incredible desert climate and make entertaining easy. About 600 miles above and about 20 degrees (on average) below Vegas sits another new Trilogy 55+ resort community, Trilogy® Valor. Located just 16 miles south and west of downtown Boise in Idaho’s iconic Treasure Valley, Trilogy Valor provides one of the only

Downtown Sacramento

opportunities in that region to live in a 55+ resort-style, gated community. Boise was named a “Best Place to

community in this part of California, Trilogy Bickford

Retire” by Forbes in August 2020 and was noted as the

will be a new 55+ resort community which, like so many

“Most Moved-to City” by Business Insider in September

of our communities, will offer resort-style living and a

2020, and Trilogy is among the first to bring a large scale

popular selection of single-level home designs.

resort lifestyle community to the area.

The community is set within the Bickford master plan,

The Valor master plan is built around the 36-hole Falcon

a project just east of the highly desirable city of Lincoln

Crest Golf Club (perennially ranked among the best in the

and north of Rocklin. Bickford has been in the works for

state), but the outdoor attractions only begin with golf.

nearly two decades, and now, it will officially come to life,

Choices for outdoor recreation abound in the Sawtooth

thanks to a partnership among Shea Homes, Toll Brothers,

mountains and nearby Snake River. And if you’re willing

and Tri-Pointe Homes. The site, just 24 miles northeast

to expand your adventure horizons, the list of amazing

of Sacramento in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada

destinations to discover is too long to recite. Ski at Sun

Mountains, is among the best in the Trilogy portfolio, with

Valley, boat in McCall, raft the Paiute, golf in Couer d’Alene

striking topography and showcasing some spectacular

– the world awaits just outside the front door.

views across the valley, with easy access to Lake Tahoe,

Homes include both single-level detached and duplex homes, with flexible, spacious floorplans. Similar to

Napa Valley, and San Francisco. Bickford is so new that designs and details are still

Sunstone – but appropriately different in exterior finish

being finalized as of the publishing of this piece, but

and architecture – the open-concept Freedom and Resort

the community is planned to feature a Resort Club as its

Collection designs will be available. The Resort Club at

centerpiece, along with walking trails, parks, and more.

the heart of Trilogy Valor is Treasure Valley Social Club,

North to south and east to west, the world of Trilogy

a mountain modern centerpiece which is planned to

keeps growing. And with each new community comes a

include sport courts, a resort pool, fitness, a coffeehouse

new opportunity to be more focused and more innovative

and bar, plentiful indoor and outdoor socializing, and more.

and more successful at achieving the main goal of Trilogy

Heading back south and a bit west – and about 500

– bringing people together in communities that are de-

miles away – is Trilogy® Bickford, set just outside Sacra-

signed to foster personal transformation, enhance overall

mento in the Sierra Nevada foothills. The first Trilogy

well-being, and offer the chance to Live Happier®. n

Floor plans, maps and renderings are artist conceptions based on preliminary information, not to scale and subject to change.

Each year we survey all Members

across the country to get a better understanding of what we are doing well and where we can continue to improve. Here is some of what was said in 2021:

“I am very happy and look forward to starting my day at the Club. Staff is cheerful and knowledgeable. They go out their way to make Members feel special.”

“It’s everything I need in a Club.” “MY TRILOGY NEIGHBORS AND FRIENDS HELP KEEP ME ACTIVE AND VERY HAPPY.”

“Thank you for making life a little easier.” “My husband and I moved from a 55+ community out of state. We thought THAT was the best. Trilogy far exceeds our expectations. We are very pleased with our Trilogy experience.” “THE VARIETY OF ACTIVITIES TO PARTICIPATE IN IS FABULOUS AND KEEPS THE SAYING OF ‘STAY ACTIVE, STAY YOUNG’ ALIVE IN OUR HEARTS.”

“Absolutely love this community, the people, and vibe. Best decision of my life to move here!” “IF THERE WAS A NUMBER HIGHER THAN A 10, TRILOGY WOULD GET IT.”

“GREAT JOB IN 2021... LOOKING FORWARD TO 2022.” “Without a doubt, the quality of life my husband and I have here is beyond expectation. It is a truly wonderful lifestyle. Our community offers so much.”

“I really enjoy living here for the lifestyle. Have met a wonderful community with like-minded people. I am so happy to live here and talk about it all the time!” “OUR MOVE TO TRILOGY HAS BEEN A ‘BUCKET LIST’ DREAM.” “EVERYONE IS FRIENDLY AND SEEMS OPEN TO NEW PEOPLE; YOU CAN BE AS BUSY AS YOU WANT (OR NOT).”

“THE PEOPLE ARE WHAT MAKE TRILOGY A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE.” Construction: SHALC GC, INC. (AZ ROC#291056) (FL #CBC1260716) (NC #75061) (NV #0080574) (VA #2705152813) (WA #SHALCGI863P9). Shea Homes Limited Partnership (CA CSLB #855368). Shea Homes, Inc. (CA CSLB #672285). SHSC GC, Inc. (CA CSLB #1012096). Sales: Shea Homes Marketing Company (CalDRE #01378646) (FL #CQ1034437). Shea Communities Marketing Company (AZ DRE #CO001121000) (NC #C25840) (NV #B.1002134.CORP) (WA #19548). Homes in Maple Valley, Jubilee, Lake Frederick, Lake Norman, Summerlin, Orlando, Rio Vista, Tehaleh, Vineyards, Barcelona and Vistancia locations are intended for occupancy by at least one person 55 years of age or older, with certain exceptions. Ocala is a 55+ community, with select neighborhoods open to residents of all ages. Encanterra, Verde River, and Wickenburg Ranch are all-ages communities with select 55+ neighborhoods. Monarch Dunes and Rice Ranch are all-ages communities. Use of the golf course and club is at the pleasure of the club owner, and requires payment of additional fees. Polo Club is private. Homeowners must purchase a separate membership from the club owner. Pricing does not include options, elevation, or lot premiums, effective date of publication and subject to change without notice. All square footages and measurements are approximate and subject to change without notice. IN ARIZONA, A PUBLIC REPORT IS AVAILABLE ON THE STATE REAL ESTATE DEPARTMENT WEBSITE. This is not intended to be an offer to sell, nor a solicitation of an offer to buy real estate to residents of any state or jurisdiction prohibited by law. Trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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