David Zapatka Reader Greg West writes, “Merriam-Webster has announced its word of the year for 2022. Over the past year, this word has increased in the number of lookups it has received at a rate of 1,740% in 2022 compared to its lookup rate in 2021. Oddly enough though, unlike the typical word of the…
Claudia J. Caporale Deborah A. Terrell is better known to our fur pets as the woman standing by the small table and white SUV, always there with a special treat! But there’s so much more to know about this vibrant intellect that I’d like to share. Deb and her husband George have a 14-acre farm/ranch…
Irene Manning Jesus’ message of peace and brotherhood found dramatic expression when, on Christmas Eve 1914 in the midst of the First World War, British and German troops on the front lines in Flanders called a truce and sang “Silent Night,” as well as “The First Noel,” “Adeste Fideles,” Angels We Have Heard On High,”…
Next month will mark the 21st anniversary of the first issue of the Pioneer Press at Robson Ranch. One of the early residents, Tracy Olson, started the publication, adopting the name from the St. Paul Pioneer Press in her Minnesota hometown. Later, Jo-Ann Arden became editor-in-chief, then David Laschinger took the reins. The early newsletter was printed monthly…
David Zapatka I hope many of you made it to the Margaritaville USA Pickleball National Championships in Indian Wells, Calif. It was a blast. We attended the final three days watching all the pro events including Super Sunday when the finals of all five pro events were played. Here are some notable milestones from this year’s national…
Cherlyn Conway Another successful and memorable time was had on Dec. 10 as more than 40 Stampers attended the year-end holiday gift exchange party that takes the place of a December Stampers class. The beautiful centerpieces that decorated the tables were given away to the most festive person at each table. The tablemates voted who was…