Category: May 2014

Garden Club road trip in May

Barbara Anderson Members of the Robson Ranch Garden Club enjoyed a plant exchange at our April 21 meeting. Most of those attending went home with at least one plant obtained by the luck-of-the-draw of the winning ticket. Many members had more than one variety of plant to add to their own gardens. Since the meeting…

T’ai Chi continues on as instructor relocates

Members of Forrest Rindels’ T’ai Chi class.

Chuck Strader It is with mixed emotions that the Robson Ranch t’ai chi students say goodbye to their instructor, Forrest Rindels. Forrest introduced the wellness-focused martial art to RR five years ago. He will be missed by the two dozen residents who currently incorporate t’ai chi as a key component of their wellness routine. Many…

April Tuesday Tasters recap

Fred and Susan Henderson display the Tuesday Taster’s award winning wine for the month of April.

Catherine Bass Susan and Fred Henderson were the gracious hosts for the April gathering of the Tuesday Tasters. The theme for this month was South American wines in reference to Susan and Fred’s recent return from there. Three wines were brought to share and Susan and Fred stepped in and provided the fourth wine along…

Kiwanis participates in Global Day of Service

Kiwanians are prepared to do a little trimming of the paths at Sharkarosa Wildlife Ranch.

Larry Varnes Each year Kiwanis of Robson Ranch joins Kiwanis clubs from all over the world on the same day to exhibit our personal commitment to serving our respective communities. This year it was April 5. Members from over 7,700 clubs in 80 countries around the world chose a project for their club members to…

Pastor’s Corner – May 2014

Jim Mann I attended the funeral of a high school friend’s father today. Before the service began, I enjoyed watching the video presentation of pictures from years gone by and was smiling at some great memories. During his message, the pastor shared a story of another reminiscence I had forgotten. My friend had a car…

Fellowship at the Ranch – May 2014

I miss my mother. I guess she would be about 83 years old now. In May of every year I will always be acutely aware that she’s gone. I’m not alone in this sentiment. Many people have had loving, nurturing mothers who are thought of fondly in their memories. Celebration of mothers and motherhood are…

Correction to the light bulb article

David Laschinger The February issue of the Pioneer Press contained a story, “Shedding Light on Light Bulbs.” In the story I stated, “Like it or not, recent federal legislation has forced the demise of the familiar [incandescent] light bulb, and the days of buying a four-pack of 60 watt bulbs for a buck are gone.” Shortly…

Happy Anniversary – May 2014

Fifty years and four “kids” later.

It was a sunny, warm day on April 11, 1964, when Robert Callanan married his “April Love,” Mary Joan Rybarsyk, at St. Isadore’s Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Coincidently the weather was also sunny and warm when they renewed their vows honoring their 50th wedding anniversary in that very same church on April 11, 2014.…

Designing With Carol: Technology in window coverings

Enjoy the luxury of motorized shades or blinds.

Carol Collins, WFCP, Expert In years past thinking of motorizing your shades or blinds was considered a luxury reserved for the more affluent client. With today’s technology that just isn’t the case. It has become less complicated and more affordable for most people. There are several reasons for desiring shades and draperies that open with…