David Zapatka Forehand Groundstroke Quoting from Pickleball Fundamentals: Master the basics and compete with confidence, by Mary Littlewood, when hitting a forehand groundstroke, “from the moment the ball leaves the opponent’s paddle, you should be tracking its flight with your eyes to aid you in judging the speed and direction of the ball. Move to the…
Sports, November 2021
Relishing Pickleball: Forehand Groundstroke
Features, November 2021
Welcome New Neighbors
Robson Ranch welcomes the following new homeowners to the Ranch: Gary and Tonya Alford, Gerald and Lisa Bradburn, Erin Carter, Edward and Linda Cawley, Debra Cobb, Glen and Jill Daniels, Terry Diethrich and Dan McCoy, John and Tammy Gaither, Robert and Michele Grames, Peter and Kimberly Graser, Joe and Doris Hazewski, Ray and Shirlene Kennedy,…
Features, November 2021
Word of the Month: Contronym
David Zapatka Reader and dear friend Ellen Engel suggested I look at Mental Floss’ article on contronyms. I subscribed to Mental Floss for years and enjoyed the magazine. Today, you can only read it online, as its print version has been discontinued. Contronym noun con·tro·nym | ˈkän-trə-ˌnim variant – contranym: a word having two meanings that contradict one…
Generals, November 2021
Mark Your Calendars for HOA Special Events in 2021
Saturday, Nov. 20 Randy Riggle’s Nostalgic Christmas Show from 7 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person. Saturday, Dec. 4 HOA Holiday Gala from 6 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $80 per person, which includes a three-course plated meal, dance music by Party Time Texas DJ, and a photo booth.
Clubs & Classes, November 2021
The Lynnbrook Lederhosen Society: BlocktOberfest Returns
Stan Brein It’s good to be back! We are starting to get out again, gather, and play. And BlocktOberfest on Lynnbrook Drive is becoming a tradition, as well as an expectation. While Oktoberfest is the world’s largest Volkfest, BlocktOberfest remains Lynnbrook Drive’s largest gathering. And this year’s gathering attracted a record crowd! If you listened carefully,…
Clubs & Classes, November 2021
Rollin Ranchers Surprise Club Member with Car Parade
The Rollin Ranchers Car Club had a “very special” outing this month. Longtime club member Gene Deputy has encountered some health issues, and the club wanted to raise his spirits. Several of the club members met at the clubhouse before cruising over to Gene’s house for a surprise visit. The cars filled both sides of…