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A Scientific Quarantine Project

Posted on January 28, 2021 by Jackie Deal

A SCIENTIFIC QUARANTINE PROJECT  By Jackie Deal Quarantining does strange things to the brain. Especially if you’re a well-organized, scientifically- oriented, analytical thinker.  (Not anybody I know!) My brain was turning to mush; I needed something “scientific” to occupy it.  … Continue reading →

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Just Another Shot in the Arm

Posted on January 25, 2021 by Jackie Deal

Whoopee! I got my corona virus vaccination! NO pain. NO bad symptoms: i.e. headache, nausea, weakness, lethargy. None of ‘em. I’m scheduled for my second shot in February. Now those of you who wish you could get the shot; let … Continue reading →

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Poetry Corner – Poised

Posted on January 22, 2021 by Thom Hoch

POISED a poem by Ruby Bonham Lot #127 I knew I was in trouble The minute I started to sing. For I was at that stage of life When my Poise pad I must bring. Protection from a sudden laugh … Continue reading →

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Poetry Corner – What Would Happen

Posted on January 9, 2021 by Thom Hoch

WHAT WOULD HAPPEN A Poem by Ruby Bonham Lot#127 I saw a soldier standing there, His face all blurred by tears. I wondered what had caused such pain, And how to ease his fears. He made me stop and ponder, … Continue reading →

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BARBARA’S LEAVING US

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Jackie Deal

Who?  Where?  When?  How??  I dunno.  “Ask Barbara.” For 16 ½ years Barbara has been the go-to for all information, the glue that holds Timber Valley SKP Park together.  And now she’s leaving us! By the way, did you know … Continue reading →

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Christmas Thoughts

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Jackie Deal

by Jackie Deal While a few Christmas lights still twinkle and the Christmas dinner pounds abound, let’s think of Christmas Past. I remember three kinds of Christmases; perhaps you’ll remember them too.  There’s the Minnesota Christmas:  COLD,Cold cold.  The Oregon … Continue reading →

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TWO CHOICES?

Posted on December 23, 2020 by Jackie Deal

Two Covid 19 vaccines?  You mean we get a choice?  Nope, not really. Yes, two vaccines have been approved but we better be happy to have one or the other and don’t get choosy. Let’s take a look at how … Continue reading →

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The Cans and Bottles Recycle Bin at Timber Valley

Posted on December 21, 2020 by Sharon Elliott

The new bin was fashioned by Frank Egbert, a former Lion and owner of a local muffler shop. Lions requested Frank to build the bin to replace the old wooden one that had been damaged by use, the weather and … Continue reading →

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Covid – Count the Days – 2; 5-6; 14

Posted on December 15, 2020 by Jackie Deal

  With Covid-19, the key numbers are two days, five to six days, and 14 days. (The following information was taken from   “Healthcare” by Bruce Y. Lee, Senior Contributor). Two Days, the Latent period: This is the period of time between … Continue reading →

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Merry Covid Christmas at Timber Valley 2020.

Posted on December 9, 2020 by Sharon Elliott

Twas a bit before Christmas and all through the Park, SKPs were preparing goodies (at home) including chocolate bark. Covid could not dampen their spirit, SKPs would not bend They’d not consider abandoning others and especially a friend. Santa, being … Continue reading →

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