Gazette
Newsletter of the Peralta Hills Estates Improvement Association ELECTED OFFICERS Board of Directors President: Patrick Mahoney 714-920-0445 Vice President: Craig Wildvank 562-519-6987 Secretary: Lane Curtis 714-381-8393 Treasurer: Lucille Krueger 714-637-2796 Immediate Past President: Sonia S. Jekums 714-865-5276 Member: Steve Kitsigianis 714-974-2056
Committee Chairs
Public Relations: David Flores Welcome: Delia Cabo Linda Knohl Sonia S. Jekums Joan Schlund Neighborhood Watch: James Jekums 714-348-0930 Sheila Ponce 714-931-2577 Underground Utilities: Andy Plisko, M.D. Cathy Wills Peralta Hills Awards Beautification: Emily Guichet Steve Kitsigianis Patrick Mahoney Cathy Wills Crescent Drive Speed Control: Anne Dos Santos
Club Chairs
Book Club: Lois Howland 714-998-3045 Kids Club: Raza Kitsigianis 714-974-2056 Movie Club: Martha Mahoney 714-602-7159 Pet Registry: Cathy Wills 714-998-3716 Tennis Club: Joan Schlund 714-637-2638 Wine Club: Cathy Wills 714-998-3716
Editorial Staff
Editor in Chief: Sonia S. Jekums Associate Editor: Patrick Mahoney Columnists: Bette Aitken Sandra Day Robert Frazier Raza Kitsigianis Martha Mahoney Richard Stegemeier Joan Schlund Francisca Klos Kyle & Cassandra Chen Historian: Lucille Krueger Coming Together: Lois Howland Profile: Cathy Wills Potpourri: Helen Curtis Restaurant Review: Jeannette D. Curtis Humor: Craig Wildvank Graphic Designer: Sandy Chang
PAST PRESIDENTS IN RESIDENCE Richard Cramer Dr. Howard Knohl Bob McComber Sonia S. Jekums
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President’s Corner
by Patrick Mahoney
Ah, summer – said to be the warmest of the four seasons, but this summer has been downright HOT! But even in the heat of the day, it’s been wonderful to spend time with family, cooling off with dips in the pool and enjoying the long days. And with the days growing longer, you’ll likely want to embrace the endless summer sun both inside and outside your home. Lucky for you, we have the best surroundings to enjoy it all in our Peralta Hills area. From the rural feel of our streets to the plush and unique estates that line them, we have it all right here. According to the latest trends, our real estate values are rising. It’s a great time to live in Anaheim. Jolynn and I would like to welcome our longtime friends, Bill and Cathy Manos, to the neighborhood. We have known the Manos family for years and are delighted they found a little piece of heaven on Peralta Hills Drive to settle into. On Independence Day, we were so honored to represent our Peralta Hills neighborhood in the 4th of July Parade. The fireworks were truly spectacular! Speaking of spectacular – mark your calendar for the next PHEIA Gala - September 14th! I can’t wait to see the lovely home of James and Jael Tanti transformed into a Saturday Night Fever dance hall with a disco theme! I challenge every one of you to a shimmy off with the “Ace” Band. The evening starts at 6pm with lots of fun, food, and some pretty fancy getups! We are certain to have some wonderful auction items again this year as well. Jolynn and I will be offering up a trip with us to New York – we hope you will consider putting something together to donate as well. I look forward to seeing you all around the neighborhood! All the best, Patrick
Peralta Hills
2013 Gala Hosts
Saturday Night Fever
James and Jael Tanti, the hosts & cochairs of the 17th annual Peralta Hills Estate Association would like to cordially invite you to the “Saturday Night Fever” Disco Gala at their home on September 14, 2013. The night will be filled with fun, food, Gala Hosts & Co-Chairs, the Tantis drinks, Fun-Tastic auctions, prizes, and a great buffet composed of a variety of healthy vegetarian foods, meats, salads, and
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luscious desserts. The event will take place outdoors on the tennis court, with a live band that will dazzle you with music from the disco era. In addition, a guest celebrity band will make an appearance to play a mini-set of the hottest songs now! Check out this link for a sneak peek: www.goo.gl/83Mqy. We look forward to seeing all of you and encourage you to come dressed in your favorite disco/70’s attire. There is limited seating so reserve your night of fun now to ensure availability. Contact Molly Mahoney Dominquez at pheiamanagement@gmail.com for reservations. The Tantis are the owners of Happy Cooking Co., Ltd located in Fullerton. They moved to the neighborhood in 2008 and have two children, Sheena, a veterinary student, and James, the Epic drummer of the California rock band, RapScallions, based out of Hollywood.
Gala Featured Band The “Ace” Band has been playing venues together for over 40 years and was voted by Los Angeles Magazine as LA’s #1 “live” dance band in Southern California. “Music that Moves You” has been their driving musical force along with Jimmy Ace and the hottest dance horn section who have motivated sold out crowds by playing your favorite dance hits for the past 4 decades!
Brazil/Argentina Trip
by Niles Guichet
My wife, Emily, and I and the Cramers bid and each won a week in the Wildvank’s Brazil beach home at the Peralta Hills Gala in 2008. After four years, Richard Cramer said let’s take this trip together. So in February we did just that. We started with four wonderful days in Buenos Aires, Argentina, then took a flight to Porto Alegre, Brazil and drove to the Wildvank beach home.
Niles & Emily Guichet, Gail Jiles, Veronica Nogeur, Eric & Terri Guichet, Mary & Richard Cramer
Our fantastic week right on the beach was filled with Brazilian barbecues, caipirinhas on the beach, in the home & everywhere else. It was too much fun! We took another flight to Rio where we met up with the Wildvanks for a wild time during the world famous Carnival. What a night! We went to bed at 4am! The next day, the Wildvanks planned and toured all day with us in Rio. Which of course included more caipirinhas. Thanks to Roseli and Craig Wildvank for an unforgettable experience!
Neighborhood Watch
by Sheila Ponce
Dear Peralta Hills Neighbors, Co-Chairs: We have moved into the summer months which means James Jekums & Sheila Ponce some of you will be taking extended vacations and your homes 714.348.0930 714. 931.2577 will be unattended while you’re gone. I want to encourage you to notify the post office and to let your close neighbors know of your absence so they can keep an eye out for your property and be aware of any strange vehicles parked in the area.
I contacted Sgt. Janocha with the Anaheim Police Department and asked how Peralta Hills was doing as far as criminal activity, and I’m happy to report we have been quite crime free! He did mention that residential burglaries were up in the canyon area so be alert while driving in our neighborhood. Have a safe summer! Page 2
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PHEIA Management
by Molly Mahoney Dominquez
FINANCIAL REPORT 3/13-6/13 March - Dues April - Dues May - Dues June - Dues Total Income
INCOME $ $ $ $ $
PHEIA Board Meeting Minutes 700.00 100.00 100.00 900.00
EXPENSES March $ April $ May (xfer to savings) $ June $ Total $
(1,960.75) (1,405.00) (5,583.92) (1,446.23) (10,395.90)
CHECKING BALANCE Starting Balance $ Income $ Expenses $ Total
34,654.67 900.00 (10,395.90) $25,158.77
TOTAL CASH IN BANK Savings Account $ Checking Account $ Total $
10,008.45 25,158.77 35,167.22
Date/time: July 16, 2013, 11:30 am Location: Bacci, Anaheim Members in attendance: Pat Mahoney, Sonia Jekums, Lane Curtis, Lucille Krueger, Sheila Ponce, Steve Kitsigianis, and Molly Mahoney Dominguez Notes • Gala - Next meeting is on August 8th and all neighbors are welcome to attend • Gazette - Gazette will be published three times a year • Finances - Dues letters have been sent and several payments have already been received • Insurance policy will be renewed • Speed Lumps - We are 10th on a waiting list with other neighborhoods wanting speed lumps • Coyotes - Neighbors are encouraged to call 311 and report coyote sightings. See Raza Kitsigianis’ article below for some helpful tips. • New Business - Pet registry photos have been posted on the website • We will be checking in with committee members to make sure they are still interested in participating. If not, we will be looking for new committee members.
How to Protect Your Pets from Coyotes by Raza Kitsigianis
Below are a number of things you can do to prevent your small pet from being attacked by a coyote. 1. Keep small pets (cats, small dogs, and other pets) indoors from dusk until dawn. Or keep pets in a coyote-proof yard, area or cage from dusk until dawn. 2. Install a fence or convert your fence to prevent coyotes from entering your yard. 3. Feed your pets indoors. Or if you feed them outdoors, do so during the day and never leave pet food out at night. 4. Make sure trash is not left outside in bags and that all trash cans have secure lids with locking mechanisms. Secure the trash cans to a fence or wall with rope or elastic cord so the trash can cannot be tipped over. 5. Install motion sensor lights in your back yard and around your house. 6. Don’t leave fruit, berries or compost on the ground or uncovered. 7. Don’t overflow birdfeeders. Hang them high or in areas that are not accessible to coyotes. 8. NEVER feed coyotes. 9. Clear brush and vegetation to remove habitat for small animals that may attract coyotes and to eliminate areas where coyotes can hide while stalking their prey. 10. Always keep pets on a leash when walking in parks, forest areas or in residential areas.
Can coyotes jump fences or walls?
Yes, coyotes use their front paws on the top of a fence and use their hind legs to propel themselves over the barrier. Coyotes are good diggers and often will dig under fences as well.
Do coyotes attack people?
Yes, coyotes have attacked people. It is not common, but there have been more attacks reported in recent years due to the urbanization and population growth of cities that border wildlife areas. Coyote attacks on humans and pets have increased within the past five years in California. Normally coyotes are timid and shy away from people, but they have been known to attack as well.
What should I do if I see a coyote?
You want to harass or scare the coyote so it fears you and leaves. You can do this by shouting or yelling at the coyote. Wave your arms and throw rocks at the coyote if necessary. You can make loud noises by clapping your hands, blowing a whistle, knocking two boards together, using a car horn, or other noise making device. Page 3
A Long Awaited Victory
by Joan Schlund
Scotland’s Andy Murray is the first British man to win Wimbledon in 77 years since Fred Perry won in 1936. Murray is also the first Brit to win Wimbledon in shorts since was the custom in 1936 to play tennis in long trousers. Andy grew up in Dunblane, Scotland where his mother was a top tennis player. She was most responsible for putting a racket in his hand and shaping his game. The game played at Wimbledon earlier this year against Novak Djokovic, the worlds number one, will long be remembered. Playing with a calm that was lacking in previous matches, Murray knocked off Djokovic in a straight sets match that lasted over three hours thus ending a cloud of anxiety that has hung over Great Britain. Britain’s Royal Mail is to celebrate Andy Murray’s historic win by issuing commemorative stamps starting August 8th.
Mas Historica
by Lucille R. Krueger
Perhaps most of you know, before California became part of the United states it belonged to Spain. In fact, at that time, Spain held the entire southwest. When Mexico won independence from Spain, the area became part of Mexico. It wasn’t until the treaty of Guadalupe Hidgado that this area was annexed to the United States. In the early 1800’s when John Rowland immigrated to new Mexico from Ohio in order to become a citizen and own property, he was required by the Mexican government to become Catholic and be married to an “hija del pais” - a Mexican. Many “Gringos” did just this, including many names that are prominent in California history. Rowland even had to register coming into California from New Mexico at Mission San Gabriel Archangel. So he is written up in both Mexican and California history. Talk about immigration laws!
Much has been written about the Yorbas in Orange County, which is important, but part of Rancho la Puente juts down into Orange County and is a portion of the Mexican grant held by John Rowland and his partner, William Workman, who were both prominent in Los Angeles County history.
Advance & Empower Yourselves
by Francisca K. Klos
Thomas Jefferson once said, “The key to the success of America would be a concerned and active citizen.” He also said he liked “the dreams of the future better than the history of the past.” I believe the dreams of our nation and our youth are great, so with these words in mind, I challenge our high school students to get involved and learn about the values and practices that are essential to be a responsible citizen in a free society. To achieve this, it is critically important that they step up and strive to gain a better understanding of the principals and ideals upon which our great nation was founded. Education and action are the key, and it will affect their future. So where do our youth begin? One place to start would be attending the Spirit of America Youth Leadership Program. This is a four day conference sponsored by Freedoms Foundation of Valley Forge. Through living history, educational experiences, seminars, leadership workshops, trips to historical sites, and interaction and collaboration with their peers, students are provided with unique and life changing experiences. This fun program held at Valley Forge, helps our nation’s youth become better leaders and citizens, inspiring and empowering them to become more active in their schools, neighborhoods, churches, and homes. So high school students I challenge you to heed the words of Thomas Jefferson when he said, “Do you want to know who you are? Don’t ask. Act! Action will delineate and define you.” This is your opportunity so ‘Act’! Orange County’s local Freedoms Foundation chapter is looking for high school juniors and seniors to participate in this valuable program. To qualify for sponsorship, interested youth will need to submit an essay on a patriotic topic (to be determined). For more information visit, www.freedomsfoundation.org. You can also contact Lane Curtis at 714.381.8393 or email lane.curtis@gmail.com for more info. Page 4
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Kelly Lanphier : Artist Statement
Kelly Lanphier is an eighteen year old artist nestled in the tropical jungle of Cobblestone Lane. Being constantly immersed in this environment, Kelly has taken a strong interest in the natural world and its inhabitants. Not only is she fascinated by our underwater world, but also by the mystery of outer space. Kelly started an art business in November of 2012 selling glow-inthe-dark galaxy paintings over social media sites. This catalyzed her recognition as an artist and she had her art hung in multiple galleries, designed for a clothing company, and now is the featured artist at Buffalo Exchange in Costa Mesa. Quickly, the demand for her paintings grew and she was flooded with orders for glowing galaxies, but she needed more inspiration. In order to fuel her passion for the ocean, she became an education volunteer at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach. This is where she is most inspired to make masterpieces. Through gaining knowledge about sea life and the importance of its conservation, Kelly transforms blank canvases into personal expressions that reflect her desire to change the way we see our underwater world. Her dream is to build curiosity and instill respect for the seas and space through her art. Contact Kelly at 714.745.4704 or kellylanphier@gmail.com if you are interested in purchasing her art or for more information about her work. “Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean.” -Ryunosuke Sataro
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Jacob Day, a Peralta Hills alumni and recent scholarship recipient of UCI’s Department of Film and Media Studies, is on the fast track to pursuing his passion for film making. Now entering into his senior year at Canyon High School, Jacob looks forward to continuing his studies in the school’s Digital Reality in Entertainment, Arts and Media (DREAM) program, which offers an exciting curriculum for future filmmakers by emphasizing all facets of digital cinematography including story development, filming techniques, and video editing. In addition to having several of his short films broadcasted on the internal cable system for students and teachers on campus, Jacob has also enjoyed volunteering at Jacob Day taking action shots of local film festivals and has even had an opportunity to work on several short films motorcycles in the Santiago Canyon through his internship with filmmakers in the Graduate Conservatory Program at the Hills area near Cook’s Corner. Dodge College of Film and Media Arts at Chapman University. This summer, Jacob has been working on his most recent project, an exciting collection of still photography and film which will explore motorcycle culture in Orange County. His work will premier this fall as a museum exhibition called “Lateral Acceleration” at the MUZEO in Anaheim. Museum guests and motorcycle aficionados alike will enjoy this in-depth look at HOGS and Choppers that will take visitors to some of California’s most scenic hills and dramatic coastlines to Cook’s Corner, one of Southern California’s most famous biker bars. Peralta Hills residents will also recognize another beloved alumnus in the exhibition, Jerry Harvey and his Boss Hoss motorcycle who will be featured in one of the documentary films. “Lateral Acceleration” launches on Past Peralta Hills resident, Jerry th Harvey, makes an appearance in one September 14 and will coincide later in the fall of Jacob’s films. with the MUZEO’s “Worn to be Wild” exhibition offering attendees two excellent shows that will capture the essence of all that is leather and bikes. Check the muzeo.org website often for the latest in special events, programming and Harley rides celebrating a journey into the world of motorcycles. Lateral Acceleration - lat•er•al (l t r-l) adj. ac•cel•er•a•tion (k-s l-r sh n) n.: The sideto-side acceleration of a motorcycle. During cornering, the vehicle experiences lateral acceleration towards the inside of a turn. Essentially, the lateral acceleration is equal to the centrifugal acceleration (outward force) needed to maintain a steady turn.
Eden Espinosa to Headline at the 3 rd Annual
GREAT GATSBY Fundraiser The Anaheim Performing Arts Center Foundation (APACF) is proud to announce that Anaheim native and Broadway star EDEN ESPINOSA (Broadway: WICKED, RENT, FLORA THE RED MENACE) will be the headlining entertainment at the third annual GREAT GATSBY WEEKEND which is to be held on August 24th & 25th at Fox Pointe Manor and the Lost World Estate, the magnificent estate residences of Dr. Howard and Linda Knohl and Patrick and Jolynn Mahoney in Anaheim Hills. Eden Espinosa was born and raised in Anaheim. She is most recognized for her portrayal of Elphaba in the Broadway production of “Wicked.” She has also performed the role of the green witch to critical acclaim in both Los Angeles and San Francisco. Other musical theater accomplishments include originating the title character in “Brooklyn the Musical” from the original workshop through its Broadway run, starring as Flora in the Reprise Theater Company’s production of “Flora the Red Menace,” and playing Maureen in the closing company of “Rent,” the final performance of which was filmed live for Sony and is available on DVD and Blu-ray. Eden is also well recognized from her many television appearances on shows such as “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” “Good Morning America,” “The Today Show,” “Law & Order,” “Ugly Betty,” The 2008 Tony Awards, and The 2008 Alma Awards performing with Bebe Winans. Her voiceover credits include several episodes of “Robot Chicken,” “MADtv” and as Sasha Caylo in “Titan Maximum.” Known for her powerful and emotionally charged vocal style, she was the featured soloist in “Magical,” the fireworks spectacular at the Disneyland Resort, and can be heard on such recordings as “Hair” (BCEFA benefit recording), “The Maury Yeston Songbook,” “Bright Lights, Big City,” “John McDaniel Live at Joe’s Pub,” and Scott Alan’s “Dreaming Wide Awake.” Eden
made her solo concert debut in Los Angeles with her show “ME” in December 2008. She then took the show to New York, where she performed to four soldout audiences at Joe’s Pub in March 2009. On July 24, 2009, she brought the show back to Los Angeles and performed at the Ford Amphitheatre to a soldout audience. In 2010, her show “From Eden With Love” was performed to sold-out crowds in New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco.
Anaheim Native & Broadway Star, Eden Espinosa
Currently, Eden is touring in support of her critically acclaimed debut album “Look Around,” which has made it onto the iTunes pop charts alongside many of today’s most notable pop vocalists. “Look Around” includes several modern Broadway hits arranged with a pop sensibility aimed at pleasing both die-hard Broadway fans and mainstream pop music listeners alike. Honorary Chairperson for the GREAT GATSBY WEEKEND is Joel Zwick. Mr. Zwick is a film, television and theater director and is best known for his work on “Perfect Strangers,” “Full House” and “Family Matters” as well as directing the theatrical films “My Big Fat Greek Wedding,” “Second Sight” and “Fat Albert.” After only a few years, the GREAT GATSBY WEEKEND is one of the most fashionable and heavily anticipated fundraising events in Orange County. For more information or to be added to mailing list, please visit www.apacf.org or call 714-554-2711.
Save the Date
The Anaheim Performing Arts Center Foundation, a 501(c) (3) Tax Exempt organization, has been formed to build and maintain a signature building with stateof-the-art performance and educational facilities. Working with the City of Anaheim, corporate and private sponsors, we are dedicated to making the dream of a cultural center and performing arts theater in Anaheim become a reality.
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$250 for Saturday • $45 for Sunday $275 for the entire weekend www.apacf.org • 714-554-2711
Proceeds from this event will benefit the APAC Foundation whose mission is to build a performing arts center in Anaheim.
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For information please call Anne Stokes, Development Coordinator at 714-765-6465 or email gala@muzeo.org. gala.muzeo.org Exhibit sponsorship and underwriting opportunities available. Worn to Be Wild: The Black Leather Jacket is organized by the Harley-Davidson Museum® in partnership with EMP Museum.
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Restaurant Review Fuji Grill
by Jeannette D. Curtis
www.fujigrill.net
5655 E. La Palma Ave. Anaheim, CA 92807 714.970.7270
4341 MacArthur Blvd. #B Newport Beach, CA 92660 949.863.1858
1945 E. 17th Street, #105 Santa Ana, CA 92705 714.569.0074
Japanese Cuisine is the most difficult cuisine to replicate in one’s home. More than once, have I left a Japanese restaurant and within 24 hours found myself again craving the complex flavors, balance, and beauty of the cuisine. Only to find, to my dismay, that there were no cost-effective Japanese restaurants in the area. Enter Fuji Grill, the brainchild of Japanese master chef, Kazuo Ikeda. Mr. Ikeda’s goal was to bring Japanese fine dining style cuisine to a quick-service environment. And that is exactly what he has done. Fuji Grill offers an assortment of Japanese fine dining dishes without sacrificing quality or taste. Traditional items such as miso soup with little cubes of tofu are flavorful. The Seaweed Salad is a rare find. An ample portion of translucent seaweed atop a bed of mixed greens with a sesame dressing is filling and healthful. The grilled items are fresh off the grill. The teriyaki chicken featuring Chef Ikeda’s own Fuji Teriyaki Sauce is a flavorful balance of savory and sweet. The teriyaki sauce is a perfect complement to the tender strips of chicken. Teriyaki beef is truly a fine dining dish at a bargain price. The beef undergoes a special marinating process for flavor and tenderness and melts in your mouth. The Hoka Hoka chicken and Hoka Hoka beef are more robust and spicy, but also addictive. Grilled Salmon is marinated in a complex mix of spices. The portion size is generous and perfectly grilled, not overdone. Most entrees can be ordered either as Rice bowls or Sushi Bowls. The Sushi bowls are served bento box style, and are accompanied by sides of imitation crab, rice, and edamame. There are also veggie bowls. Fuji Grill offers an assortment of sushi from a Red Dragon Roll which is spicy tuna with eel on top to a Crunch Roll which consists of avocado with shrimp tempura. Eight pieces of sushi runs approximately $8.50 to $8.95. Chef Ikeda retains the tradition of balance and beauty of presentation. Many entrees are accompanied by a single piece of tempura, crispy and light. A bonus is that all of the dishes are healthful. No MSG or skin is used. Nutritional information is displayed for all items. Fuji Grill also offers catering. Fuji Grill is a delightful Try one of their bento combos for the best value. place to visit and revisit. Comes with a small salad and a medium drink.
Peralta Hills Wine Club
by Cathy Wills
The Peralta Hills Wine Club held a meeting recently at the beautiful home of Larry and Bonnie Bann. This was the second time that the Banns generously opened their home to the Peralta Hills Wine Club. About 40 neighbors were in attendance at this spectacular event. We continued with a pot luck theme for this tasting and the food was incredible. Some great wine favorites complemented the many delectable dishes. Special thanks to the Banns for supporting & hosting the Wine Club events. I am now planning the wine tasting events for the rest of 2013. Currently, I have no host volunteers for future meetings. If you are interested in hosting a wine tasting at your home, please let me know. It is helpful to know when you want to host the party & what theme you prefer. I can be reached at 714.998.3716 or at cawills@pacbell.net. We will continue with pot luck gatherings to minimize the work & expense for the hosts.
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Neighborhood 4th of July Party
by Cassandra & Kyle Chen
This year’s 4th of July pool party at the Mullaheys was a blast! The kids had fun playing in the beautiful pool which had a water slide and a diving board. We also enjoyed jumping on the trampoline and bounce house, and sliding down the inflated water slide. We had tons of yummy food to eat, varying from hot dogs and hamburgers to grilled chicken and tacos. There were many games and races for the kids to compete in. There was an egg toss, wheelbarrow race, sack race, egg race, and water bucket race. The kids also collected lots of candy after they beat up several piùatas and spilled the goodies found within. Many thanks to Tim and Kim Mullahey for hosting a great party. We had lots of fun!
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July Fourth Hosts: The Mullahey Family
New Peralta Hills Homeowners Kyle & Amy Nielsen and Edgar & Alma Gonzalez
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Editorial
by Sonia S. Jekums
Bhavna Uppal Gwen Tang
In every community, there are Housewives who excel in everything they do. They are loving & dedicated wives, supermoms, outstanding professionals, and role models... Raised in an extended family in a small coal mining town in Eastern India, Bhavna Uppal grew up to value culture and tradition. Her Catholic school education expanded her knowledge, increasing awareness of the disparate cultures and societies around the globe. Further education led her to St. Bede’s College, Shimla, in the foothills of the Himalayas. There she topped the university, graduating with Honors in English, Psychology and Home Science (with an emphasis in Fashion, Interior and Textile Design). After her college studies, Bhavna travelled extensively in Europe and Asia. In 1992, she met her husband, Bob, who was visiting New Delhi from the United States. Soon thereafter, they decided to tie the knot and moved to Yorba Linda where they had three children, Prayerna, Mayher and Armaan. With encouragement from her family, she started a small home business designing wedding and formal party attire and jewelry. As the business grew, Bhavna decided to open a design studio in the Little India area of Artesia. During this time, she designed clothes for NBC’s daytime soap, Passions, as well as Fox Television’s, So You Think You Can Dance. Her outfits have also been featured in the New Year’s Rose Parade, at the Emmy Awards, and at The Bhavna Uppal Oscars. Despite her burgeoning business, Bhavna had a desire to spend more time with her growing children, so she decided to downsize her business and make it home based again. Presently, their eldest daughter, Prayerna, is a junior at UC Berkeley, where she is majoring in English and hopes to attend medical school upon graduation. Mayher, the second child, is a junior at Valencia High School. Prayerna and Mayher started RLOVE (Rising Leaders’ Organization of Volunteers for the Elderly) in 2009, a charitable organization created to increase awareness for the needs of senior citizens. Both girls are also competitive tennis players. Armaan, the youngest (and only son) is in middle school. Her husband, Bob, is involved in hospice care. Bob’s mother, Prem (who resides with them) is also active in hospice care and has been volunteering for the past 15 years. The family enjoys travelling together, music, sports, reading and sampling different cuisines. As newlyweds, Bhavna remembers their many visits to this neighborhood, wishing to one day move here with their family. The serenity and unique beauty of each home in Peralta Hills always held a charm for them. As luck would have it, the opportunity arose in 2003 and the Uppal Family became residents of Peralta Hills and have been ever since.
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After a long search for their dream house, Gwen Tang and her family landed in the picturesque and tranquil neighborhood of Peralta Hills this past February. Before that, Gwen followed her husband, Jeff Liu, to the United States from Taiwan to pursue a higher education. In 1991, Gwen received her MBA and Masters in MIS from the University of Iowa, and has been working in the IT industry since 1997. She is currently employed by HP as an information specialist supporting the City of Anaheim’s account. Jeff received his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Iowa and is currently the Director of Software Development for Multibody Solver at Altair Engineering. Gwen is a dedicated mother of four children- David (19), Amy (16), Andy (9) and Lauren (9) and an active member of the Yorba Linda United Methodist Church, where she sings in the choir and plays bells in the handbell choir. Juggling work and family does not seem to tire her as she enjoys hiking, reading, playing guitar, gardening and Bible studies in her spare time. ‘Carpe Diem’ (Seize the Day in Latin) is her credo in life, and Gwen hopes to savor every moment and create beautiful memories in her new home with her family and friends.
Rita Wadhwa Mary Grace Cachuela In Peralta Hills, meet some of these exemplary Housewives... Rita Wadhwa is a woman who has truly seen the world and what it has to offer. She arrived in the U.S. in 1991 with her husband, cardiologist Dr. Parvinder Wadhwa. When she arrived, she was ready to take on the American culture and raise a family here. Despite being so engrossed in the culture, she has still managed to keep her Indian roots. She is a housewife who enjoys the pleasures of cooking her (grown) children and husband breakfast, and still manages to find time to run two businesses including a home health care company and managing her husband’s practice. Rita enjoys Zumba, exercising, lounging at popular places around town with friends, and spending time with her family. Rita and her husband frequently travel all around the world to unique places each time. Recent travels include an array of countries in South America including Brazil, Rio de Janiero, Peru, and Thailand. She has already scheduled a South Africa trip for later this year with her husband.
Rita Wadhwa She also enjoys shopping, taking pictures, and updating her Facebook page. She is very proud of her three children, all of which are in medical school at the moment aspiring to be physicians just like their father. Rita has truly mastered the art of combining the American culture along with keeping certain Indian traditions in the home. She has taught her family to always pursue their dreams and to aim high, as well as teaching them the meaning of family and how important it is to be so closely knit. She has lived in Anaheim Hills with her family for the last six years and hopes to continue living here for several, several more. She loves being part of the Peralta Hills family.
Mary Grace Cachuela grew up in Yorba Linda before moving to Peralta Hills and graduated from Esperanza High School in 1997. She later got her Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and was Student Body President her senior year at California State University, Fullerton. She then was a President’s Scholar at the School of Policy, Planning and Development, getting her Masters in Public Administration at USC. Mary Grace & her husband, Jason are the social entrepreneurs behind InJOY Life Resources, Inc. (www.injoyliferesources.com). Having just opened their second facility, InJOY has quadrupled its capacity in less than 6 years. Combining their experience in both business and ministry, they are advocates for changing the way people - especially the church - view persons with disabilities. It is their passion and desire to bring their work with InJOY overseas. Mary Grace and Jason have been married less than two years. Their most recent and greatest achievement thus far is their 8-month-old son, Luke. The couple truly believes they really Mary Grace Cachuela were a match made in heaven because they met in the Philippines on a blind date that was set up by a pastor while she was on a mission trip there. They are passionate about discipleship and helping people experience the love of Christ. Together, they are part of the leadership team for a new church plant, The Journey in Long Beach, which is affiliated with Every Nation churches. Aside from spending time with their family, business, or ministries they love to travel and create family traditions. Page 11
Editorial
by Sonia S. Jekums
Health in focus A distinguished group of physicians will be sharing their medical concept of their specialty in this continued series. These physicians represent the Best of the Best in their field. Dr. Niles Guichet graduated from Loyola of the South dental school at the age of 22 with the highest scholastic average in his class. Immediately after graduation, Niles served three years in the U.S. Navy – two of which were at the Marine Base in El Toro. He tells everyone the Navy sent him to California and he didn’t have enough money to go back home to Baton Rouge, New Orleans. So he stayed in Anaheim, the fastest growing city in the U.S. at that time, lived 20 years in one home and then moved into the second home in Peralta Hills in 1977. Dr. Niles practiced for only 12 years. During those years he designed and developed the Denar Instrument System. He spent the next 18 years presenting hundreds of postgraduate continuing education courses for clinical practicing dentists and dental educators throughout North and South America, Europe, Australia, Asia and Iran before the Shah fell.
Dr. Niles Guichet
In 1986, after his two sons, Gregory and David, graduated from dental school he opened a new office, Providence Prosthodontics, and began practicing with them. His sons are both prosthodontists trained at UCI, Loyola Marymount, Georgetown, USC, and UCLA. He practiced with his sons up until March of 2011. In addition to all the dental prosthodontic services that Dr. Gregory and Dr. David currently provide, they have absorbed and assumed his work in occlusion-related Orofacial pain and TMJ.
Dr. Guichet has served as President of the American Equilibration Society and President of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. He is a Diplomate of the American College of Prosthodontists. In fact, the ACP recently presented him with the prestigious Dan Gordon Award in recognition of his lifetime achievements and contributions at the highest level to the advancement of the College and prosthodontics, dentistry, science, and the health professions. In addition, he recently was the recipient of the Pacific Coast Society of Prosthodontists Distinguished Life Member Award. He is married to Emily and they have 4 children- 3 sons and 1 daughter. The boys are Servite graduates and daughter Emily Anne graduated from Cornelia Connelly in Anaheim.
Dr. Parvindar S. Wadhwa was born and educated in India. He attended Medical College of Rohtak, Haryana, India and graduated in December 1970. He has been practicing in Orange County since October 1977. He has had three terms of two years each as chief of staff at Western Medical Center in Anaheim. Dr. Wadhwa has been Director of Catheterization Lab and Chairman of Cardiology for about 20 years at Western Medical Center. He is also the Chairman of Utilization Review at the hospital since 2007. His specialty in the medical field is Interventional Cardiology which specializes in opening blocked heart arteries (angioplasty). He is married to his beautiful wife, Rita, and has five children, four of which are studying medicine or are presently doctors. He is very active and enjoys spending long hours at the gym and enjoys Crossfit classes. Other active hobbies include snow skiing, water skiing, snowboarding, hiking and karate. He and his entire family also hold black belt degrees in Tae Kwon Do. He is known on the snow mountains as the oldest pro snowboarder as he can out speed several of his children. He is always keen on making friends with active neighbors who share similar interests in family type sports.
Dr. Parvindar S. Wadhwa
Dr. Wadhwa and his wife have resided in Peralta Hills on Strada Place since 2007. They both love to travel all around the world and recently toured South American countries including Brazil and Argentina. They also took a family vacation earlier this year to Europe and toured London as well as some Eastern European countries. They also have an extensive trip to South Africa scheduled for late October this year.
Health in Focus to be continuted in the next issue