Linda Buishas I have many happy memories of spending Christmas Eve with my husband’s family. A favorite among them is my brother-in-law Joe reading from The Secret of the Gifts, by Paul Flucke. It’s an imaginary tale of the Angel Gabriel and three wisemen: Gaspar, Melchior, and Balthazar. Gabriel warns them that their gifts must…
Features, December 2024
Seeds of Grace
December 2024, Generals
From the Office of the County Commissioner: Property Tax Statements Coming Soon
Commissioner Dianne Edmondson We in Robson Ranch are fortunate that most of our community’s residents are over 65, thus qualifying for the specific property tax breaks enacted for them. Several years ago, I championed and the county passed a senior tax freeze, as the school districts had already been required to do. And thanks to…
December 2024, Generals
Beyond a ‘Senior Moment’: Recognizing Early Signs of Dementia and Alzheimer’s—January 3, 2025
Joanne Horst Join Women Sharing Hope on Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, at 10 a.m. in the Robson Ranch clubhouse for our program “Beyond a ‘Senior Moment’: Recognizing Early Signs of Dementia and Alzheimer’s—and Getting Help When It’s Needed.” We all experience occasional “senior moments”—that brief lapse when we forget a name, misplace our keys, or…
Generals, December 2024
Living Christmas Trees: A New Holiday Tradition
Mike James Have you ever had a “living Christmas tree”? As the holiday season approaches, for many, the search for the perfect Christmas tree begins. This year, why not consider a living Christmas tree? Growing in popularity, living trees offer a sustainable and eco-friendly option. I still remember my first Christmas tree at Fort Knox,…
Generals, December 2024
Support Our Troops Veterans Day Auction a Huge Success!
Lynne Moore The Support Our Troops (SOT) Auction held on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, was a record-setting one. This year, the silent auction brought in over $40,000 to support the military troops and their families whom SOT supports. All of the money that we collected goes to those troops who are deployed or serving at…
Generals, December 2024
A Great Trivia Night!
It was again rewarding to have 300 enthusiastic players for Trivia Night, conducted by the Robson Ranch Trivia Club. The excitement at the tables when the correct answer is given and the fellowship enjoyed at each table while competing to get the right answers make for an enjoyable evening! The Trivia Club awarded nearly $2,000…