Author Archives: Jackie Deal

Amber Attacks the Aliens

Posted on May 28, 2021 by Jackie Deal

by Jackie Deal I am Amber.  The Attack Cat. Hear me roar!  I am alert.  Ready for battle. Ready to protect my home and family.  I lie flat to the floor to escape detection by the enemy.  My paws are … Continue reading →

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Do Cats Swear?

Posted on May 20, 2021 by Jackie Deal

“MMWRO-WOW!! FSSST!”  “Amber! Were those cuss words?” “Mrowww!  Fssst!”  “Amber!  I do believe you’re swearing!”  “wrrrorrrw-wow.”  “Amber, lovely little lady kitties don’t swear!”  “rrorwrr-rr.”  “Hmm, my mistake, I guess they do!”

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MORNING ROUTINE

Posted on May 3, 2021 by Jackie Deal

BC: before cat (Amber is her name). Flop out of bed, stagger to kitchen. Make coffee. Open blinds. Sit with coffee and enjoy view. Stagger back to bedroom, get dressed. Search refrig’ for breakfast items. Time elapsed: 20 minutes.

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IN MEMORIAM, CONNIE LANKFORD

Posted on May 2, 2021 by Jackie Deal

Life is fleeting.  And oh, so fragile.  Connie Lankford passed away in her sleep April 24, 2021.  Friday I talked with her on the phone for 30 minutes: she sounded fine, happy, looking forward to being “home” to Timber Valley.  … Continue reading →

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IN MEMORIAM, JERDIS LARSON

Posted on April 10, 2021 by Jackie Deal

“He will be missed”. Jerdis Ray Larson will be missed not only by family but by his many friends in Timber Valley R.V.  Park.  Jerdis and Joan moved into Timber Valley in 1991 after retiring and beginning to travel full-time … Continue reading →

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Ailurophile

Posted on March 31, 2021 by Jackie Deal

by Jackie Deal Yep, I’m an “ailurophile.  Don’t call 911 and it’s okay, I’m not contagious.  An ailurophile is a cat lover.  I’m unemotional, pragmatic, blah, blah, blah; no way could I fall in love with a cat. But there … Continue reading →

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Into Each Life

Posted on March 20, 2021 by Jackie Deal

By Jackie Deal I’ve been had! Shiny black hair, beautiful golden eyes.  And a sparkling white tuxedo.  Love and spunk in one adorable package.  Yes, I have a cat…no, wait a minute.  The cat has me!  Amber, that’s her name, … Continue reading →

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In Memoriam, Gene Fisher

Posted on March 9, 2021 by Jackie Deal

IN MEMORIAM, GENE FISHER When Timber Valley RV Park’s flag dipped in honor of Gene Fisher’s passing on March 2, 2021, it signified the loss of an important, vital member of our community. Gene was an integral part of many … Continue reading →

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Carol Rigdon; Lot 124

Posted on March 8, 2021 by Jackie Deal

IN MEMORIAM,  Carol Rigdon Timber Valley SKP’s flag flew at half-mast for Carol Rigdon who passed away February 25, 2021.  She is survived by her husband, LeeRoy, 6 children, 20 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Carol and LeeRoy became residents … Continue reading →

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In Memoriam, Frank Occhiuto

Posted on February 28, 2021 by Jackie Deal

It is rather a strange name and when Timber Valley neighbors had trouble pronouncing Frank and Marion’s last name, one of them would say, “It’s easy! Just think of cute toes.” And the other would add, “Oh, cute toes!” Frank … Continue reading →

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