Category Archives: Featured

DOUGLAS COUNTY COVID VACCINATIONS

Posted on February 1, 2021 by Jackie Deal

“Still waiting in the wings for their shots are the county’s seniors, “says the Roseburg News Review. (Tell us something we didn’t know!) The first group of seniors, those 80 and older, don’t become eligible until Feb. 7. Douglas County … Continue reading →

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Poetry Corner — Autism

Posted on January 30, 2021 by Thom Hoch

THE FACE OF AUTISM a poem by Ruby Bonham Lot #127 A young boy stands by the window Lost in a world only he can know. His hand flaps in rhythm to an inner beat His eyes unfocused, his song … Continue reading →

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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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