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TV Log for Sept 8th through 14th

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Helen Schrader Memoriam

Timber Valley lost a long time and treasured member on August 31, 2024 when Helen passed away. Helen was born in Chicago on December 13, 1936. She and her family moved to Bandon, Oregon in 1949 where her father and … Continue reading

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LAUGHTER

How long has it been since you laughed until tears ran down your cheeks – happy tears? Laughter is not only good for the soul it is good for your health. Laughter releases endorphins known as

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TV Log for the Week Sept 1 to Sept 7

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DICK RAUSCHER, MEMORIAM

DICK RAUSCHER, MEMORIAM Timber Valley lost a very important and valued member on August 20, 2024 when Dick Rauscher passed away. Although he and Melinda were only in the park about two years, he was a positive influence in many … Continue reading

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Live Life Positively

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Coffee and T

Sometimes a full table at The Ratcheds Senior Center is comprised of just one person. Now don’t get me wrong. T Rex (fka Thomas King) is a good friend. We’ve had some really great conversations and he’s a brilliant thinker. … Continue reading

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Communications Committee Posting Standards

The Communications Committee is concerned about the growing number of announcements, notices, and signs that are posted at the Clubhouse and the office/mailroom. At times, there is little, if any, room to post things that should be posted. Therefore, we … Continue reading

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Why Words Matter

Words matter. In stories they can create a multitude of emotions. A writer essentially creates a picture with words. A reader can lose himself in a well written story as the writer weaves his magic spell. Have you ever been … Continue reading

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New Lost & Found Location

For those looking to find what they have lost, or those who have FOUND something that someone else has LOST … There is a box located at the Clubhouse. The box has a brightly colored pink sign for those items. … Continue reading

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In Memoriam: Carole Hamby

The Timber Valley flag was lowered in honor of Carole Hamby, former member #99. Carole passed away on Tuesday, August 06, 2024. Carole and her husband, JW were original members of Timber Valley, helping to organize and build the park. … Continue reading

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News from the Office

Overnight, the Office was taken over by Fairies! Poor Henrietta was kicked out of her window box as the Fairies made their village amongst the rose branches. Henrietta did make new friends while moving to the Office counter. She has … Continue reading

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Squirrel Droppings – I got old

by Fred Prout I may have mentioned that I live with a lot of older people. But I do everything possible to avoid joining their legions. I look around and see people with canes, walkers, rollators and electric scooters. One … Continue reading

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Writing Group and “A Charmed Life”

by Ruby Bonham The Writing Group meets every Saturday morning at 9:30 in the Card Room. Anyone can attend and contribute their own style of writing or just listen. We have a core of five members with others that attend … Continue reading

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News Flash – Chair Volleyball Expands

News Flash….The Intergalactic Association of Chair Volleyball LTD has authorized Timber Valley SKP a second weekly event. Due to the phenomenal success of the Sunday game, we have added a second chance to hone your skills and experience abundant laughter … Continue reading

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RV Living and Electric Use

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In Memoriam Karen Tetrick

Timber Valley’s flag dipped to honor Karen Tetrick who passed July 23, 2024. Karen was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on July 29, 1941. She and Bob were married Jan 20, 1973. Bob says they experienced a bad snowstorm … Continue reading

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Flying Silverware and a hybrid

By Fred Prout Question: What did the vulture tell her delinquent male child he was having for supper? What does that have to do with the title of this story? Absolutely nothing. But hopefully I got your attention. The answer … Continue reading

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COVID on the Rise Again

Summer is here and with it comes the seasonal rise in COVID cases. Many areas of the country are experiencing consistent increases in COVID-19 activity. COVID-19 test positivity, emergency department visits, and rates of COVID-19–associated hospitalizations are increasing, particularly among … Continue reading

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