David Zapatka Friend and fellow bridge player, Susan, writes, “I recently read a new word, ‘cudgel.’ Would you research this word for your column?” Cudgel—cud·gel noun: A short, thick stick used as a weapon. verb: To strike or beat with a cudgel; metaphorically, to forcefully apply or exert something, such as pressure or influence Origin…
Karen McKinnon This is the time of year when spotting a snake on your patio, in your garage, or in your garden is not uncommon! I wanted to take a moment to thank all of our Patrol team here at Robson Ranch who have responded to the numerous calls to remove a snake from a…
Judy Allen, Master Gardener It’s hard to imagine anything more fascinating to watch than hummingbirds. They are tiny energy machines, flitting around the yard with speeds up to 40 mph! We are blessed here in North Texas to have approximately nine species that are common to see. Worldwide, over 300 species exist, with each one…
Eileen Pierson I again need supplies to continue making dog beds for local shelter Apollo Support & Rescue in Justin. It’s a no-kill shelter and only gets money from grants, donations, etc., and not from any surrounding township like Denton does, so please help. All shelters are past capacity with rising inflation and people simply…
Jackie Ford Residents at Robson Ranch were treated to a delicious dinner of brisket, greens, cornbread, and peach cobbler in celebration of Juneteenth. Juneteenth was first celebrated in 1866, one year after enslaved people in the United States were informed of their freedom on June 19, 1865, in Galveston, Texas. While the Emancipation Proclamation was…
Dianne Edmondson It was truly exciting to have Texas Governor Greg Abbott at the Ranch on June 16. Dozens of our residents attended, and many more came who wanted to be in the Legacy Room for the Bill Signing, but space was limited! I was honored that the Governor’s office had contacted me for logistical…