A Meaningful Donation… Always remember.
By Lila Schauwecker l.schauwecker@att.net
In early December, 2022, I gave over 200 letters to the National WWII Museum in New Orleans, LA. They will be housed in a special room dedicated to correspondence. These were letters my dad, Robert R. Dohm Machinist Mate 1st Class, started writing to my mom, Rita, from December, 1942 until he left the U.S. Navy in December 1945. My dad served in both the Atlantic and Pacific on three different ships: the USS Wyoming, the USS Admiralty, and the USS LaPorte. One of his ships crossed the Atlantic escorting cargo ships to Europe. In the Pacific he dropped Marines off at various islands. His ship also sank an Italian submarine.
Happy Veteran’s Day!
The letters I donated were not only love letters, but some were of historical significance. Historical because they are used as research for writers of books and
screenplays to ensure accuracy. The museum was very happy to receive them. Before donating the letters, I read and copied all
The National WWII Museum
By Jane Breisch, Editor
Designated by Congress as the official WWII museum of the USA, The National WWII Museum is located in downtown New Orleans on a six-acre campus. Five soaring pavilions house historical exhibits, on-site restoration work, a period dinner theater, and restaurants. Museum exhibits, each arranged around central themes of the war, offer visitors an opportunity to experience the war through the eyes of the men and women who lived it. Interactive features, oral histories, and personal vignettes add a meaningful perspective.
Of all the activities available for visitors in New Orleans, Trip Advisor ranks the Museum as “#1 of 462 things to do in New Orleans!” They go on to say: “The Museum is an unforgettable way to experience World War II - from industrial efforts on the home front to the combat experience of the American servicemember abroad. Offering a compelling blend of sweeping narrative and
poignant personal detail, the Museum features immersive exhibits, multimedia experiences, and an expansive collection of artifacts and first-person oral histories to take
Interesting World War II Facts
Compiled
by
Jane Breisch, Editor
• Causes of WWII:
○ The Peace of Paris - The treaties worked out in Paris at the end of WWI satisfied few. Germany and Austria were especially unhappy with the Paris Agreement, which required them to give up arms and make reparations. Germany agreed to sign the Treaty of Versailles only after the victorious countries threatened to invade if they didn’t sign. Germany
made their last reparation payment in 2010.
○ Economic Issues - WWI was devastating to countries’ economies. Although the
of them so my brothers would have copies. The National WWII Museum is a remarkable place, and definitely worth visiting.
visitors inside the story of the war: why it was fought, how it was won, and what it means today. Beyond the galleries, the Museum offers unique access to experiential history, including an opportunity to tour and ride on an authentically restored PT-boat, tours behind the scenes to handle artifacts alongside Museum curators, and an impressive collection of restored and working macro-artifacts to discover.”
The National WWII Museum’s vault houses nearly 250,000 artifacts. While many items in the collection are on exhibit, the majority of artifacts are kept safely in storage to be used for research and future exhibitions, or are undergoing restoration. The Museum has a large collection of wartime memoirs, as well as a growing collection of more than 9,000 personal accounts conducted with Veterans from all branches and who served on all fronts. (Please see Lila Schauwecker’s accompanying article about her Dad’s WWII letters.)
Timed tickets are available for purchase. For more information, go to: https://www.nationalww2museum.org/.
Robert and Rita Dohm, were married in June 1942. He left for the Navy in December 1942.
Lila (L) presenting the box of letters to the museum’s curator, Kimberly Guise.
Lila in front of the National WWII Museum.
Robert R. Dohm Machinist Mate 1st Class.
Staying Connected
By Jane Breisch, Editor cvgolfers@gmail.com
November is a month for remembering our Veterans and troops. Thank you for serving with honor and dedication! Speaking of Veterans, you’ll see an article about the National World War II Museum in New Orleans, as well as an article written by Lila Schauwecker about the letters her dad wrote
during WWII which she donated to the Museum last year. They inspired me to do a little digging to share more historic info about WWII in an article aptly titled Interesting World War II Facts, which you’ll find on page 1.
The bottom line?
“World War II was the largest single event in the history of mankind. It was fought on six of seven continents and all the seas. Fifty million died. It was an event of such magnitude that it took 50 years to come to grips with it, to get perspective on it. When people came back from the war,
HP Group Explores Ireland
By Christine Marti ckmart@prodigy.net
A wonderful mix of HP members were brought together by Grace and Roger Moyer for a spectacular trip to the Emerald Isle of Ireland in August.
Our adventures began with a bus tour of Dublin to see the sights and learn about its storied history. The next day we toured the Guinness Storehouse, which included an education on the formation of the 300,000,000 bubbles that top a pint! Then we were on to Kinsale, stopping by the world-famous Jameson Distillery, where we learned the art of making Irish Whiskey with tastings and a heartfelt toast to a friend gone too soon.
For the golfers in our group, the first course played was Old Head Golf Links. It proved to be the challenge that was anticipated! Others either traveled to the Blarney Castle, or The Mead Company to learn about and taste the local wine made with honey.
We then made our way north, traveling along the western coastline (spectacular views!), to Enniscrone Golf Club and the Diamond Coast Hotel. We stopped along the way to tour Bunratty Castle, and had lunch in the lovely town of Galway. We also stopped at the Knock Shrine, which was an amazing, serene place.
Golf at Enniscrone certainly tested our skills. This is the Moyer’s “home course” in Ireland, and is a wonderful place to play.
they were desperate to put it behind them. Now they’re in the mortality zone. They’re looking back and saying ‘Whatever else I did in my life, I did that. I had a part in something that was larger than our ability to understand it.’” John Keegan, British Historian
Should you have an article to submit for the December issue, my deadline is November 3. Please email to cvgolfers@ gmail.com . Postcards from our members are always welcomed… especially from those traveling outside the state.
The following day we played Carne Championship Links, located on the outermost point on the western coast. We had a true Ireland golf experience: spectacular views, sun, rapid rain bursts, and 40 mph wind gusts.
We then went further north to Donegal, stopping to see the majestic Slieve League Cliffs - the 2nd highest sea-cliffs in Ireland. We stayed at Harvey’s Point, a magnificent hotel in the forest along a lake.
Donegal Golf Club Murvagh was the next golf adventure - testing our skills on the rainy, windy links along Donegal Bay. (Murvagh meaning along the beach.) Others traveled to the Belleek Pottery Store to find forever treasures.
The following day, our group once again boarded the bus for our final leg of the journey… to Portmarnock Golf Club. This links course is on a small peninsula just north of Dublin. Four brave souls continued their quest to “best the
links,” while others went off to find more treasures in Dublin City Centre.
Our final night was fittingly finished off with a delightful dinner at Gibney’s Wine Room with our bus driver, tour guide, and personal entertainer, Sean.
As captured in numerous shared photos, laughing, eating, and drinking our way through beautiful Ireland will no doubt be one of the most memorable vacations for many. New found friendships will forever be cemented among these HP members as a true testament to what our community represents.
Guinness Beer was enjoyed by all in Dublin.
At Jameson’s Distillery. Back Row (L-R): Lynn McPheeters, Roger Moyer, Ron Bultemeier, Bill Brophy, Grace Moyer, Don Marti, & Dave Wile. Center Row (L-R): Georgetta McCabe, Pat Lytle, Kathy Bultemeier, Terry Hoelle, Jan Brophy, Diane Baranak, Christine Marti, Denise McPheeters, & Jill Wile. Front Row (L-R): Bill Przybylski, & Bill McCabe.
At Donegal Golf Club. Back Row (L-R): Don Marti, Dave Wile, Roger Moyer, Bill Przybylski, & Bill McCabe. Front Row (l-R): Ron Bultemeier, & Bill Brophy.
Slieve League Cliffs.
A Celtic Cross at The Rock of Cashel. This area possesses the most impressive cluster of Medieval buildings in Ireland, including a Romanesque chapel, a Gothic cathedral, and a 15th century Tower House.
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I also visited New York City in August, seeing the Neil Diamond Musical, A Beautiful Noise, and touring the
Ready to Party at HP’s Speakeasy
Tammy Halfmann: On Labor Day, we got together in Wisconsin with some HP gals. It was a hot (93 degrees) day, and we enjoyed a boat ride and cooled off with a few cold cocktails.
and
Kathy Haan Hall: On July 19, I celebrated my birthday at the “Moose” on Indian Lake in Ohio with my husband, Steve, and friends. Our wonderful friends made my birthday special with a “Queen” birthday shirt, complete with a crown, and a delicious chocolate cake with chocolate frosting. A great time was had by all playing bar bingo. I even won at the slot machines.
From Clark Broden: My son, Dave, and I spent a gorgeous late July evening watching a Cape Cod Baseball League game in Dennis, MA between the Yarmouth Dennis
city.
Kathy
Steve.
A beautiful sunset on Indian Lake.
L-R: Kathy Harshman, Jane Simon, Bev Bailey, Tammy Halfmann, Kathy Moore, Charlotte Fennell, Bruce Halfmann.
Held September22, 87 members came out to party at HP’s Speakeasy. One costumed group was (L-R): Tina Wright, Carol & John Pagano, Sue & Dennis Moody, Bonnie & Jim Panther, and Jan & Larry Donaldson. Photo by Jim Wright.
Interesting World War II Facts from page 1
European economy had stabilized by the 1920s, the Great Depression in the U.S. led to economic downfall in Europe. Communism and fascism gained strength in the wake of these economic problems.
○ Nationalism - An extreme form of patriotism which had been growing in Europe became even stronger after WWI, especially in the defeated countries.
○ Dictatorships - Political unrest and unfavorable economic conditions lead to the rise of dictatorships in countries such as Germany, Italy, Japan, and the Soviet Union.
○ Failure of Appeasement - Czechoslovakia had become an independent nation after WWI, but by 1938, was surrounded by German territory. Hitler wanted to annex the Sudetenland, an area in western Czechoslovakia where many Germans lived. British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain wanted to appease Hitler and agreed to his demands for the Sudetenland after Hitler promised he wouldn’t demand more territory. Hitler seized the rest of Czechoslovakia in March,1939.
• World War II formally began on September 1, 1939 when Germany invaded Poland without a formal declaration of war. In support of their mutual defense treaty obligations with Poland, France and Great Britain issued ultimatums to Hitler for the immediate withdrawal of German forces from Poland. When the ultimatum deadlines expired, Great Britain and France declared war on Germany on September 2, 1939. Denmark, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Belgium, and France soon fall under German control.
• On June 10, 1940, Italy joins the war on the side of Germany by declaring war against Britain and France. Fighting spreads to Greece and Northern Africa. Germany, Japan and Italy formed a coalition called the “Axis Powers.” Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania, and two German - created states (Croatia and Slovakia) eventually joined.
• The “Big Three” was a term used after the summer of 1941 to denote the leaders of the three major powers opposing Germany, Italy, and Japan during World War II: Roosevelt (U.S.), Churchill (Great Britain), and Stalin (the Soviet Union). The term was also used in reference to the three Allied countries themselves. The “Big Three” was expanded to the “Big Four” when China joined the Allies. The “Big Four” nations later played a major role in establishing the United Nations. At least 50 nations would eventually fight for “the Allies.”
• Hitler wanted to create what he thought was the “best” and strongest race – and to the Nazi Party, this excluded certain groups, such as Jews, Gypsies and those with physical and mental disabilities. In an attempt to eliminate a “racial enemy” outside of Germany, such groups were also persecuted in the countries invaded by German forces.
• The group most heavily targeted by the Nazis were the Jews. Around six million Jewish people were killed during WWII in one of history’s most terrible events - the Holocaust. Racist in his views, Hitler blamed Jewish people for Germany losing WWI and claimed they were dangerous to German people and society.
• Around the same time that Germany fought for power in Europe, Japan wanted to control Asia and the Pacific. In 1937 (before WWII had officially begun) under Emperor Hirohito, Japan attacked China, bringing the two nations into years of conflict.
• On December 7, 1941, the Japanese military launched a surprise attack on the U.S. Naval Base at Pearl Harbor. The attached killed 2,403 service members and wounded 1,178 more, and sank or destroyed six U.S. ships. They also destroyed 169 U.S. Navy and Army Air Corps planes. President Roosevelt called the attack “a date which will live in infamy,” and the very next day, the U.S. declared War on Japan and, in turn, its German allies.
• Following the attack on Pearl Harbor, 600,000 or so legal Italian aliens living in the U.S. were placed under restrictions. Among the restrictions were prohibitions on traveling more than five miles from home; curfews from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.; confiscation of shortwave radios, firearms, cameras, flashlights, and other “signaling devices;” and evacuation from coastal towns. 1,600 or so Italians were interned in a network of camps across the U.S., but primarily in Missoula, MT. The restrictions against the Italians were lifted in October 1942, although it wasn’t until the Italian surrender in September 1943 that most internees were released.
• Similar restrictions were also placed on German legal aliens in the U.S. during WWII. Such restrictions included curfews, confiscation of personal property, travel restrictions, and evacuations from coastal towns. Approximately 10,905 Germans were interned in camps across the U.S., including Missoula, MT, and Crystal City, TX. The last German internees were released in 1948.
• President Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066 in February 1942, calling for the internment of Japanese –Americans after the attacks on Pearl Harbor. Some 117,000 people would be forced into prison camps scattered throughout the U.S. by that June.
• Nuclear fission was discovered in February 1939 by scientists in Germany. FDR was informed personally of the discovery and its potential in October 1939 when scientist Alexander Sachs read aloud Albert Einstein’s letter warning the president of fission’s military implications. Based on Einstein’s letter and concepts of scientists working in Britain, FDR set up a joint Anglo-American effort to produce atomic bombs for potential use during the war. The result was the Manhattan Project which would ultimately create the weapon. In August 1943 at the Quebec Conference, FDR and Churchill signed a secret agreement governing collaboration between the two countries on the development of the atomic bomb. The first successful test of the atomic bomb occurred on July 16, 1945 in Alamogordo, NM.
• Spain, Portugal, Sweden, and Switzerland declared “neutrality” during WWII.
• June 4-6, 1942 - Japan’s plans to invade the Hawaiian Islands, starting at Midway Island, but the U.S. cracks the code of the mission. Japan attacks Midway and loses four aircraft carriers and over 200 planes in the first clear victory for the U.S.
• July 10, 1943 - Allied forces land in Italy. On July 25, the King of Italy is restored to full power, and Mussolini is deposed and arrested. (Mussolini is killed attempting to escape to Switzerland on April 28, 1945.)
the war. Hitler knew this too, and was expecting an assault on northwestern Europe that spring. He hoped to repel the Allies from the coast with a strong counterattack, giving him time to throw the majority of his forces into defeating the Soviet Union in the east. Once that was accomplished, he believed an all-out victory would soon be his.
• For their part, the Germans suffered from confusion in the ranks and the absence of their celebrated commander, Field Marshal Erwin Rommel, who was away on leave. The Germans were hampered by effective Allied air support (which took out many key bridges and forced the Germans to take long detours), as well as efficient Allied naval support, which helped protect advancing Allied troops.
• Though D-Day did not go off exactly as planned – for example, the Allies were able to land only fractions of the supplies and vehicles they had intended in France – the invasion was a success. By the end of June, the Allies had 850,000 men and 150,000 vehicles in Normandy, and were poised to continue their march across Europe.
• On August 25, 1944, American and Free French forces liberate Paris.
• In April, 1945: Roosevelt dies in Warm Springs, GA. VP Truman takes the oath of office as President; Soviet troops surround Berlin; U.S. soldiers liberate Dechau concentration camp outside of Munich; and Hitler and wife Eva Braun commit suicide.
• May 8, 1945, V-E Day. The war in Europe is officially over.
• An atomic bomb, code named “Little Boy,” was dropped over Hiroshima Japan on August 6, 1945. The bomb, which detonated with an energy around 15 kilotons of TNT, was the first nuclear weapon deployed in wartime. 140,000 were killed. On August 9, 1945, after getting no response from the Japanese government after the Hiroshima bombing, a second atomic bomb, nicknamed “Fat Man,” is dropped on Nagasaki, killing up to 80,000.
• On August 14, 1945, Japan unconditionally agrees to accept the terms of the Potsdam Declaration and end the war. Victory over Japan (V-J) Day is declared.
• WWII proved to be the deadliest international conflict in history, taking the lives of 60 to 80 million people. Civilians made up an estimated 50-55 million deaths from the war, while military comprised 21 to 25 million of those lost during the war.
• U.S. troop statistics:
○ Number of troops who served in the conflict: 16,112,566
○ Number of wounded: 291,557
○ Number of deaths: 291,557 (in Battle); 113,842 (nonBattle)
• Canadian troop statistics:
○ Number of troops who served in the conflict: 1.1 million
○ Number wounded: 55,000+
○ Number of deaths: 45,000+
• The Soviet Union lost the most soldiers, in excess of seven million.
• The legacy of the war would include the spread of Communism from the Soviet Union into eastern Europe as well as its eventual triumph in China, and the global shift in power from Europe to two rival superpowers – the U.S. and the Soviet Union – that would soon face off against each other in the Cold War.
November 10 – December 25
Based on the popular film, this hilarious musical comedy follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity. Raised in the North Pole, Buddy is unaware that he is human until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. Buddy embarks on a journey to New York. This holiday classic is sure to bring out the true spirit of Christmas...after all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear!
Dec. 30, 2023 - Feb. 17, 2024
This official Elvis Presley biomusical takes a closer look at the rock star and cultural icon whose impact shaped the history of music. Spanning from his childhood in Tupelo, Mississippi to his triumphant 1968 “Comeback Special” and his ascent to be “The King.” You’ll hear iconic hits including All Shook Up, Heartbreak Hotel, Burning Love, Hound Dog, Don’t Be Cruel, Jailhouse Rock, Blue Suede Shoes and more!
Dates may be subject to change.
• On June 6, 1944, General Eisenhower gave the goahead for the largest amphibious military operation in history: Operation Overlord, code named D-Day, the Allied invasion of northern France. He called the operation a crusade in which “we will accept nothing less than full victory.” Over 5,000 ships, 11,000 airplanes, and 156,000 American, British, and Canadian troops stormed 50 miles of Normandy’s fiercely defended beaches. The cost of lives was high. More than 9,000 Allied soldiers were killed or wounded. However, their sacrifice allowed 100,000+ soldiers to begin the slow trek across Europe to defeat Hitler’s troops.
• Before the Allied assault on June 6, Hitler’s armies had been in control of most of mainland Europe. The Allies felt a successful invasion of the continent was central to winning
• In 1948, the United States created the Marshall Plan to help rebuild war torn Europe. Eventually, 18 nations received $13 billion in food, machinery, and other goods.
• In March 1974, Hiroo Onoda, a Japanese soldier still fighting the war, was found by a search party on the island of Lubang in the Philippines. After he was convinced that the war was over by his former commanding officer, he was flown to Manila and formally surrenders to Pres. Ferdinand Marcos. Onoda died in January 2014, at 91.
• According to U.S. Depart. of Veterans Affairs, 167,284 of the 16+ million Americans who served in WWII were still alive in 2022.
HP University Club News
We welcome you to the ninth Heritage Palms University Club season. The following is a synopsis of the programs we’re offering this November and December. Please register online for these events. 2024 programs will appear in future issues.
NOVEMBER and DECEMBER
Saturday, 11/4: “Rusty Bridge” Session 1 presented by resident Jacqueline Rapp. This class is aimed at people who have the bridge basics and want to update their game. You already know how to sort your hand and count high card points. You know about trump and about following the lead. You don’t need to know anything more. It’s for social
From The Pro Shop
By Bob Kelly, Director of Golf bkelly@hpgc.com
Hello from the golf shop. Fall is here and another fun season of golf is in full swing. With the renovations completed, it’s great to get the golf leagues started and have a normal golf schedule.
On Thanksgiving Day, we will once again be having an open play 7:45 shotgun on both courses. Simply put in a regular Chelsea request to play that morning. The golf pro shop and courses will close after the shotgun. The Christmas Scramble sign up will be out shortly. Just look for the Golf Genius registration email.
Read On…
By Karen Harris heritagepalmsbookclub @gmail.com
The HP Book Club will meet on Friday, November 17, at 2:30 p.m., to discuss Horse by Geraldine Brooks. The novel is a sweeping tale that uses the true story of a famous 19th century racehorse to explore the roots and legacy of enslavement. The story and its characters shift among three time periods – the 1850’s, 1950’s, and 2019. One reviewer said of the book, “…reading it feels like watching a neck-and-neck horse race, galloping to its conclusion.” Carol Stringer will lead the discussion.
Club meetings are open to all residents who read the book. If you wish to be added to the HP Book Club mailing list, please email me.
bridge players or those who want to be equipped to play in duplicate bridge games. Jackie Rapp, a Gold Life Master and certified bridge teacher, will help you update your bidding and improve your play. This 2-session course will cover 5-card major openings, transfer bids, negative doubles, weak two bids, and more. Hands will be prearranged to practice what you’ll learn. Handouts will be provided. Maximum eight players. 9 a.m. in the Activity Center Card Room. No charge.
Monday, 11/6: “HP Garden Walk” presented by Greg Kriesch. Put on your walking shoes and enjoy a short walking tour where you will learn how our beautiful grounds are maintained. Learn about the seasonal flowers, as well as their care. Plenty of time for questions. Meet at 10 a.m. in front of the Clubhouse. No charge.
Thursday, 11/9: “Medicare 101” presented by Andrea Muneo, an independent agent for Informed Choice Agency of
Upcoming major 2023-24 events:
• Ladies’ Member Guest: November 13
• Christmas Scramble: December 3
• Men’s Member Guest: December 8 -10
• Mixed Club Championship: February 4
• Men’s & Ladies Member/Member: March 9 & 10
• End of Season Tent Party: March 22 & 23
• Men’s & Ladies Club Championship/Presidents Cup: April 6 & 7
The Chelsea Tee Time system is still in off-peak season mode. This means that points are assigned on the day of play, no points are assigned at placement, and members
LNHGA News
By Stasia Arcarese larry.arcarese@verizon.net
Welcome back Ladies Nine Hole Golf Assoc. golfers! Hope you all have had a wonderful summer. League play will start on November 1. Remember to call the pro shop if you haven’t yet joined our league to receive golf event communications.
Our League’s 20th birthday celebration is the theme for our first luncheon meeting at 11 a.m. on November 8. A birthday gift will be given to all members. You’ll soon be able to access our league schedule on the HP website by clicking on LNHGA.
If you’d like to get involved with planning luncheons or other activities, contact Judy Kent. We’re always looking for volunteers and it’s a great way to meet new people!
FL. This information-only seminar will help you understand the “ins and outs” of Medicare and Medicare options available, including recent updates and plan changes. A light lunch will be served, courtesy of Ms. Muneo, prior to her presentation. Reservations are necessary as space is limited. 12:30 p.m. in the Palms Dining Room. No charge.
Saturday, 11/11: “Rusty Bridge” Session 2 see Saturday, 11/4. For attendees of Session 1 only. 9 a.m. in the Activity Center Card Room. No charge.
Tuesday, 12/12: “Christmas Craft” presented by resident Marlene Kluch, and back by popular demand. Marlene will teach us to make a Christmas Craft as a decoration. She will supply all the necessary materials and help you individualize it to make it your own. 2 p.m. in the Activity Center, Room C. Charge TBD.
don’t receive points for bringing guests. The system will operate this way until January 1, when “in season” mode begins.
Both courses are in great shape, and it’s our responsibility to keep them that way. If we all do our part daily to take care of the courses, we will continue to enjoy the great playing conditions we now have. This past summer we had one of our busiest reciprocal seasons ever. Members from other courses continually raved about our conditions and the changes to the courses. We should all be very proud of our community and the two great golf courses we get to enjoy!
Our
officers for the 2023-24 season are (L – R): Judy Kent, Vice President; Kathy Jecklin, Treasurer; Pam Hutchison, President; Ann Mieczkowski, Assistant Treasurer. Not pictured: Mary Locher, Secretary.
MGA News
By Joe Vescio, MGA Secretary 1joevescio@gmail.com
The 23rd MGA season begins with a Wednesday social gathering, and four Thursday golf events:
• November 1: Kick-Off Happy Hour – 5:30 to 7:30 in the Palms Dining Room
• November 2: 2 Best Balls of 4
• November 9: 1,2,3 Best Ball
• November 16: Shamble – 2 Best Balls of 4 and Harry Chapin 50/50 Raffle
• November 23: Thanksgiving – no event
• November 30: Step-Aside Scramble
November’s golf events all feature tee time starts, with the three tee leagues cycling through morning and afternoon
time slots each week. Gold/red tee players will continue to be incorporated into the Gold Tee League for regular Men’s Day games.
This season, the MGA will again be raising money to support our adopted charity, the Harry Chapin Food Bank of SWFL. This invaluable organization provides hunger relief to the less-fortunate by helping feed more than 250,000 SWFL residents each month. Our goal is to raise $17,000 for the Harry Chapin Food Bank.
This entire league schedule and special events are posted under the MGA tab in the Golf section our website. Should you have any questions or concerns about our program, contact info for all MGA Board Members is also posted under that tab.
This promises to be an outstanding season of Men’s Day competitions, and we invite you to join us by calling the Pro Shop to register for the 2023-24 season.
Do You Know the Rules?
By Dave Kraft dkraft_sr@yahoo.com
A player’s ball has come to rest against a movable obstruction such as a rake in a bunker. The player marks his/her ball before removing the rake in case the ball moves while removing the rake. When the rake is removed, the ball rolls to
the bottom of the bunker. Is the player allowed to clean his/her ball before replacing it to its original spot?
Rule 14.1c/2 New this year, the player is allowed to clean his/her ball before replacing it to the original spot.
Here is this month’s etiquette tip If your group takes the flag stick out of the hole before putting, gently place the flag stick on the green. Dropping it on the green leaves a dent in the surface for future foursomes to putt over.
Volunteer Fair
Giving Back in Different Ways
By Ellen Airs, Community Relations Committee ellen.airs@gmail.com
How fortunate we are to live in this “happy place” called Heritage Palms! Our community keeps us healthy and active, while our Club dining venues fill our palates with delicious fare and give us special nights of fun… like Bingo!
With all these blessings, many of us volunteer in the greater Fort Myers community and have inspiring tales to share! It warms our hearts to know we read to a child at a nearby school, or help the less fortunate in Lee County with bags of food from area food banks. Perhaps you have a bent for the arts? If so, there are non-profits who could use your passion. If you’ve had a successful business career, you could share your expertise with area entrepreneurs and young business owners by helping SCORE. Volunteering at a local hospital could mean driving a trolley or helping patients and staff in numerous ways.
There are so many opportunities to share your skills! Come find out how you could contribute your time and talents at HP’s Volunteer Fair, held Monday, November 6 between 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the Palms Dining Room. The Community Relations Committee sponsors this annual event, and will host 25 area non-profits who will share their mission and needs with us. Let’s give back, whether for four months or all year!
Out with the Old, in with the New
The hole marker “graveyard” in the Clubhouse parking lot. New, attractive hole markers grace both courses!
Six Mile Cypress Slough… a Stone’s Throw Away!
Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve 7751 Penzance Blvd. Fort Myers, FL 33966
(239)533-7550
www.sloughpreserve.org
By Jane Breisch, Editor
Literally! From our front gate, turn right, drive 1.35 miles and then turn left. You’ll discover an oasis of over 3,500 acres of wetland called “The Six Mile Cypress Slough” (pronounced “slew”). It’s about 11 miles long and 1/3 mile wide. This linear ecosystem is home to a diverse population of plants and animals, including a few considered to be endangered.
According to their website, “The Slough is a natural drainageway, collecting runoff water from a 33-square-mile watershed area during periods of heavy or
prolonged rainfall. During the wet season (June through October), a depth of 2 to 3 feet of water makes the Slough comparable to a wide, shallow stream. This fresh water flows southwest through the Slough and empties into the Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve.”
A little history…. Way back in the 1970’s there were concerns this area was under imminent threat from logging and urban development. Lee County citizens responded by agreeing to a tax increase over a three-year period, and land was slowly acquired to establish the preserve. In 1991, Lee County Parks and Recreation opened the 1.2 mile elevated, fully accessible Boardwalk and facilities to visitors. They’ve since added five observation decks for viewing wildlife, and in 2008, opened the Interpretive Center, which provides an introduction to the wonders of the Slough through many exhibits and displays.
In the summer of 2018, public access opened for the first time to visitors at Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve North . This preserve is located directly
north of Six Mile Cypress
The famous “Grandmother Tree,” a bald Cypress over 200 years old. It’s
Cypress knees among the invasive water fern. Limestone rock prevents roots going deep into the soil, so the knees help support the tree. Folks often look for shapes in knees as one looks for shapes in clouds.
The Slough’s 1.2-mile Boardwalk is pictured on the right. It also accommodates wheelchairs.
A flowering Bromeliad (“air plant”), with white lichen above.
Six Mile Cypress Slough on page 9
Heroes
By Anonymous
In war, there are lives risked and lives taken, Men and women giving their best to defend what they love. They defend their country, Their honor, Their people, Some call them soldiers.
Six Mile Cypress Slough from page 8
Slough Preserve, providing a crucial hydrological link to improve water flow into the Slough from the north. The land that encompasses Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve North historically functioned as the headwaters of the Six Mile Cypress Slough. This land was acquired between 2010 and 2011 using funds from Conservation 20/20, Lee County’s environmentally sensitive land acquisition and management program. The 1,219 acre preserve includes nearly eight miles of marked hiking and equestrian trails through predominantly pine flatwoods, oak hammock and cypress swamps. The large size of the preserve and diverse communities make it an important area for wildlife. Hiking can be enjoyed anytime of the year, although trails may be slightly wet or flooded in sections during the summer rainy season. Be sure to pack plenty of water and wear a hat or sunscreen.
Others call them heroes.
Our Veterans have risked their lives for us. They have lived through hell and fought with honor. Many have killed And regret doing so…
For every life, there is a soul, For every soul, there is a life.
Additionally, the Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve North includes a portion of an abandoned railroad grade that once transported military supplies to the former Buckingham Army Air Field during World War II. Although there are no remnant structures onsite at this preserve, visitors can tour remnant structures from the airfield base nearby at two separate Conservation 20/20 preserves: Buckingham Trails Preserve and Wild Turkey Strand Preserve.
From Heritage Palms, the original Six Mile Slough is an easy bike ride. Just ride all the way down Wine Palm Road to the Penzance Gate and turn left, cross straight over 6 Mile Cypress at the light to the entrance. Should you decide to drive, the parking fee is $1 per hour per vehicle, with a maximum of $5 for the day. Admittance to the Boardwalk trail and Interpretive Center is included in the parking fee.
This is no small operation! In the past six years, all fifty
The Role Of Glucose
You may have heard the word “glucose” before, but what exactly is it and why is it so important to our health? Glucose is simply our blood sugar, and it’s the “fuel” that drives our nervous system. It plays an essential role in healing chronic problems because it supplies our nervous system with the energy it needs to do its job. Of course, healing only happens when our glucose is in optimal range (85-99) and when our A1C is below 5.6. Both of these numbers are a part of routine blood work.
In the same way that a car needs the proper fuel for its engine to start and to drive down the road, your nervous system needs the right levels of glucose to function optimally. Not only is the type of fuel important, the amount of fuel is key as well. If you don’t have enough glucose, your body can’t create the energy it needs to function. (Anything below 85 is hypoglycemia.) Yet if there’s too much glucose present in your body, you’ll feel slow, sluggish, and tired after eating. (Anything above 99 is hyperglycemia.) An abundance of glucose can also have a severely damaging effect on the nervous system. The higher the number, the more damaging the effects to your nervous system, brain, blood vessels and organs resulting in problems such as kidney failure or blindness.
There are a few ways to measure the glucose levels of your body. The first and most common way is through a simple blood test. Based on your results, you can see if your glucose (aka blood sugar) levels
are too high or too low. The most simple, inexpensive (free!) at-home “test” to evaluate your glucose levels is to pay attention to the way you feel before and after meals.
If your blood sugar is too low (a condition known as “hypoglycemia”), you will feel a lack of concentration and focus as well as irritability prior to eating. Have you ever heard the term “hangry?” After you eat and your body becomes inundated with glucose, you’ll start to feel better. If your glucose levels are too low, you may also have a tendency to wake up at night, have trouble sleeping, and often skip breakfast.
If your glucose levels are too high (known as “hyperglycemia”),you’ll likely feel sleepy and sluggish after eating, especially if your meal contains lots of carbohydrates. Too much blood sugar may also cause you to be constantly thirsty, have headaches, or have trouble concentrating.
When your glucose levels are properly balanced, you don’t experience the “hangry” feelings, the “crash” after a meal, or the constant cravings for sugars and starches. The only thing that should happen after you eat is that you feel full. That’s it.
Dr. Rob Davis, DC is the Best Selling Author of Breaking the Cycle, How to take control of your health when traditional medicine has failed. An amazon #1 new release in preventive medicine and fibromyalgia & chronic fatigue syndrome. Call (239) 482-8686 to schedule an appointment.
For those who have died, we show great appreciation and remembrance.
For those who live, along with them live the horrific memories of battle.
Some, memories of defeat, Some, memories of victory.
Our Veterans were more than soldiers, They were, and still are, heroes.
states have been represented… and 62 countries! March is their busiest month, closely followed by February. The Slough staff comprises over 100 volunteers, many of whom have received their 20-year pins. The Preserve provides both educational programs (most free of charge) and low impact recreation to its visitors. It is also a wildlife habitat for numerous plant and animal species, including alligators, otters, turtles, and wading birds who live at the Slough year round. Others, like migrating birds and butterflies, use the Slough as a feeding area or a winter home.
The good news? The Six Mile Slough Mile Boardwalk is OPEN from dawn to dusk every day, for your walking enjoyment! And, the absolute best part of any trip to the Slough is the free 90-minute Guided Walks (normally 3/4 mile) led by informative volunteer naturalists who, you can tell, are really into their “job.” These walks are held May - November: only @ 9:30 a.m.; December - April: daily @ 9:30 a.m.; and DecemberMarch: Wednesdays and Thursdays @ 1:30 p.m. The Interpretive Center is open Tuesday-Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please check their website for the latest updates: www.sloughpreserve.org.
Trip Advisor ranks The Slough #2 of the top attractions in Fort Myers, right behind the Edison and Ford Winter Estates. They’ve received TA’s 2023 Travelers’ Choice Award. One happy guest says: “One of the best ways to experience FL as it once was. Beautiful scenery and wildlife. They have a very well-maintained boardwalk ABOVE the swampy grounds for safety, with rest stops and displays every 75-100 yards. You can really get good walking exercise, and good photographs! There are many wildlife viewing opportunities ranging from small birds and mammals to rodents and alligators.”
So, if you want a hiatus from the golf course or want to enjoy a leisurely walk “on the boards,” this is the place to go!
PGA HOPE
By Heather Angell, PGA Director of Instruction hangell@hpgcc.com
Heather had the opportunity to compete in the PGA HOPE Cup with several of her spring graduates on September 2 at St. Andrews Country Club in Boca Raton.
Rocky LaPorte is Coming to HP!
By Brian Simmons, Laughter Club Chair brslasser@gmail.com
As a reminder, The Laughter Club is hosting Rocky LaPorte on November 11 in the Palms Dining Room. Rocky’s appeal comes from his everyman, blue-collar, street-wise style of comedy. Raised in Brooklyn, he’s appeared multiple times on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Showtime, and A & E.
Doors open at 6 p.m. with dinner at 6:30. The cost is $40 per person. So, come join us and laugh the evening away! Simply register on our website’s Club calendar.
I started the Fort Myers PGA HOPE Program back in the spring. PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) is a six-week program to help Veterans learn golf skills and connect with each other. I became certified to lead the
WGA News
By Lynda Dechert, WGA President lyndadechert@comcast.net
Welcome back from your WGA Board! Our 2023-24 season has started, and we couldn’t be more excited. We want to thank Bob Kelly and his staff for helping us with the scheduling of our games and events.
Please be watching for the email
program and am currently leading the fall program with 15 veterans here at HP. Interested Veterans can sign up through the VA Hospital.
Our own HPVA has contributed to this organization.
to sign up for our November 14 cocktail party and style show. Other events are the Christmas Scramble on December 6 with the 9 holers, and our evening “fun” event, “Margaritaville,” on January 29.
If you wish to sign up for any of our event committees, please see our website for committee chairs and contact info. We wish everyone a “great round” and a “Happy Thanksgiving!”
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Artist: Andrew Libecki
Dear friend,
“I Just Don’t Believe That…”
When I meet people in town, they usually say, “Oh, yeah, I know you, you’re that doctor with the beard on TV.” Well, perhaps I should tell you a little more about myself, the picture from television and why I use it in my ads.
Let’s start with me, the guy with the beard. Ten years ago I was living here in Florida. At that time my mother was down visiting from New Jersey for the season when she showed up in my clinic with a frozen shoulder. She was desperate and in pain having lost practically all use of her dominant arm. She could hardly fix her hair, reach for a coffee cup or even fasten her brassiere. Basic hygiene had become extremely difficult for her. She was afraid, because the two orthopedic surgeons that she had consulted told her, “Your only option is to have your shoulder replaced.” I remember saying to my mother, “I just don’t believe that.”
Now at that time I was a chiropractor who worked primarily on the spine. Frankly… I didn’t know how I was going to help her. I just knew there was a non-surgical solution out there and I was going to find it.
And boy did I find it! I found the answer to my mother’s shoulder problem and much, much more. And where did I find it? Of all places, I found it at the birthplace of Elvis Presley, Tupelo, Mississippi. Immediately I hopped on a plane and flew into Memphis, rented a car and drove out to a chiropractic neurologist who was willing to teach me how to fix my mother's frozen shoulder. I spent three days in his clinic shadowing him, learning a new technique I had never even heard about before. Eager to help my mother, I developed this new skill set quickly. When I returned to Florida I wanted to be able to immediately fix my mother’s shoulder.
And that’s exactly what happened. After I performed the first Non-Surgical Operation on her shoulder, her pain went away significantly and she recovered to nearly full range of motion. She was so happy that she avoided surgery and got her life back.
It’s strange how life is, because that same doctor who showed me how to fix my mother’s shoulder opened up his treasure chest of knowledge and showed me how to help people with chronic knee, neck, low back pain and those suffering with neuropathy in their hands and feet, all without the use of Drugs, Surgery or Injections.
I spent the next several months flying back and forth to Mississippi learning all that I could.
Many years later we now have over one thousand successful patient testimonials. Many of them were told by their doctors that their only option was to have their knee or shoulder replaced or to take toxic drugs for the rest of their lives to mask their neuropathy symptoms.
Al was one of those patients who was told he had ‘bone on bone’ degeneration. His knee stopped unlocking properly, similar to what I'm describing in the photo, and he was facing knee replacement surgery. He was suffering from chronic degenerative knee pain, couldn’t walk properly and was easily holding onto 60 pounds of excess body weight. His doctors would have eagerly scheduled him for a knee replacement surgery had he decided to go in that direction.
Immediately after the Non-Surgical Operation I performed on Al’s knee, he was squatting and walking up and down the stairs normally without pain.
Al is now in his early 70s touring Alaska in his RV. He has dropped over 60 pounds and is biking 15 - 20 miles per day and loving life. He regularly sends me great pictures from his adventures.
Joyce was told by her oncologist, “There’s nothing that can be done.” She would have to live with the chemo-induced neuropathy in her hands and feet. Hot and cold were indistinguishable and the numbness and tingling made it impossible for her to walk any distance.
Joyce was a cancer survivor only to have come out on the other side with another debilitating condition. She and her husband showed up in my clinic and told me what their medical doctor had said. I told her the same thing I told my mother, “I just don’t believe that.”
After a thorough neurological examination and report of findings she trusted me enough to follow my protocols. Within two weeks her numbness and tingling in her feet subsided and the feeling was coming back.. After 12 weeks she was feeling the sand between her toes as she walked along the beach again. At her one year checkup Joyce’s sensory loss had improved over 80% overall to within the normal range… She is all smiles these days!
You should know that I don’t heal anyone of anything. What I do is perform a specific nonsurgical operation that resets the communication between the brain and knee or shoulder, instantly decreasing pain and inflammation, increasing strength and flexibility and helping with tissue healing. For our neuropathy patients we have a 4 step, proven approach that heals your nerves and reverses your symptoms. We get tremendous results. It’s as simple as that!
Today in the United States medical doctors are prescribing more drugs than ever before. These drugs are designed to cover up symptoms as your condition gets worse underneath the surface. The toxicity from the daily use of these chemicals ultimately leads to nasty side-effects and more drugs to treat the new symptoms. The current “healthcare” system was built to maintain your condition, not fix it. It’s a brilliant business model for the pharmaceutical industry and the hospitals, but a horrible strategy to follow if one is looking to age gracefully.
That’s where my practice comes in. I have found a way so that more people are able to afford the treatment they need, even those on a fixed income with or without health insurance coverage. One Non-Surgical Operation in my clinic could cost what you’d pay for just the deductible of a joint replacement surgery.
You Benefit from a Unique Offer…When you bring in this article, you will receive a FREE CONSULTATION with me to determine whether you are a good candidate for our Non-Surgical Knee or Shoulder Operation. If you’re being seen for Neuropathy we will take a thermal image of your feet at no charge to you. This will give me enough information to know whether I can help you. Once we determine you’re a good candidate and you feel comfortable in my clinic the complete examination is only $197. That’s it, for the entire neurological examination & report of findings. This examination & report could cost you over $500 elsewhere. But, please call right away because this offer expires on November 30, 2023, and I don’t want you to miss
out. By the way, further care is very affordable and you’ll be happy to know that the non-surgical, drug free therapies and procedures performed in my clinic can cost as little as $300 per month. You see, I’m not trying to seduce you to come see me with this low start up fee, then to only make it up with high fees after that. Further care is very important to consider when making your choice of doctor because higher costs can add up very quickly.
“You shouldn’t be forced to choose drugs and surgery just because that’s the only treatment medicare and your insurance company will cover.”
You should know a little about my qualifications. That’s important so that there’s no misunderstanding about the quality of care. I’m the best-selling author of Breaking The Cycle - how to take control of your life when traditional medicine has failed. An amazon #1 new release in three categories. I’m a graduate of Life University School of Chiropractic practicing since 1998. I am a licensed chiropractic physician certified in functional neurology. I've been entrusted to take care of avid morning walkers, pro-athletes and business tycoons you may have heard of.
My office is called Active Health Brain & Body and it is located at 6710 Winkler Road, Suite #1. It’s the gray Key West-style building at the corner of Cypress Lake Drive and Winkler Road behind the Bank of America. The phone number is 239482-8686. Please call my wonderful assistants Megan or Silvia today to make an appointment.
I wish you the Very Best in Health and Life!
Dr. Rob Davis, DC
P.S. When accompanied by the first, I am also offering the second family member this same examination for only $97
P.P.S. Your time is as valuable to you as mine is to me. That’s why I have a “no wait” policy. It is highly unusual to wait more than a few minutes in my office.
Al on my TV program telling his story of how he avoided a total knee replacement surgery.
My mother and I featured in a local publication for nonsurgical shoulder solutions.
Joyce is all smiles at her one year checkup. No more neuropathy!
