Escapees Lifetime Membership Discount – November 2023

Posted on November 3, 2023 by webadmin

Join the Escapees Discount Campaign running from November 1-30, 2023, and get a Lifetime Membership for only $600, a $250 discount off the regular cost!

Discount Campaign Overview:

  • Dates: November 1-30, 2023
  • Cost: $600-Lifetime Membership Cost ($250 Discount)
    • Waive Additional Fee for International
    • No Membership Proration for Existing Members (Due to discount)
    • Veterans to receive 5% ($30) discount on lifetime membership purchase.
  • Webpage: www.escapees.com/lifetimemembers

New Lifetime Membership Perks:

  • *Lifetime Member shirt(s) (New Lifetime Memberships Only)
  • *Lifetime Member badge(s) (New Lifetime Memberships Only)
  • 5% off Escapade registration
  • 5% off annual mail service fee
  • 5% off Escapees product store (excludes gift certificates and gift memberships)

(Discounts may be combined with 5% Veteran Discount, providing 10% off items above)

Disclaimer: These offers may not be combined with other promotions or discounts with the exception to our veteran program. Discount on Mail Forwarding Service does not include postage or enrollment fees. Store discounts do not include gift memberships, certificates, and donations.

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Social Hour November 3, 3 p.m. in the Clubhouse

Posted on November 1, 2023 by webadmin

This week will feature our own Chef Denis Perkins. No, he will not be cooking for
us; we will be the ones to bring anything to eat while we listen to one of the things
that is so special about this man.

With a slide show, Denis will tell us about his 20-year Navy and cooking experience
on a submarine. Can you imagine preparing a shopping list and cooking for a group of hungry men in a small kitchen? Can you imagine not being able to look out of the window? Was he ever involved in military action on the sub?

We have lots of questions to ask this special man. Do not miss the opportunity to honor Denis and hear his experiences.

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Chair Yoga Friday, November 3rd. 10 a.m.

Posted on October 31, 2023 by webadmin

Chair Yoga Friday, November 3rd. 10 a.m. will replace the usual QiGong will be led by Denise Elliott O’Brien. Sharon Elliott’s kid. Denise has studied and practiced Yoga for 25 years. She studied at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health in Massachusetts and is certified in basic and advanced Yoga. Her studies and certifications have included;
Lee Albert, Pain relief
Terry Roth (international Yoga Therapist), Healthy Spine.
David Emerson, Trauma
Joy Devi, Heart, Cancer, Cardiac
Dean Ornish, Gentle and Advanced Yoga
Craig Hanaurer, Kids Yoga
Harris Lender, Kidding Around Yoga
Richard Miller, Yoga Nidra
Loren Fishman MD, Yoga for Osteoporosis

Employment; West Virginia University Medicine. Wheeling Hospital currently where she leads classes for all ages and abilities including children, and the elderly.

Denise wants you to know that her classes are easy and comfortable.

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Save the Date!!!

Posted on October 30, 2023 by webadmin

Timber Valley is having a grand celebration. Dave and Michelle Van Westen are getting married in the clubhouse at noon on November 10th. Reception to follow. All are invited.  Details will be provided next week.

Come and help us celebrate.

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COME JOIN THE FUN!! TIMBER VALLEY HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY

Posted on October 29, 2023 by webadmin

COME JOIN THE FUN!!
TIMBER VALLEY HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY
Tuesday, October 31, 2023 5:00 pm Clubhouse

IN THE BIG ROOM
GAMES: Try your hand at all the games!
FISHING       2 TYPES OF RING TOSS
GOLF          STACK THE CUPS

IN THE DINING ROOM
Play the WORD GAMES located on the tables
Get your photo taken at the PHOTO BOOTH
Enjoy all the FINGER FOOD, SNACKS AND PUNCH

      Enter the COSTUME CONTEST
Enter the DECORATE THE BALLOON CONTEST

Note: Costumes are not mandatary. You are most welcome to
come as you are and join in the fun!

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Getting Old Ain’t for Sissies

Posted on October 28, 2023 by webadmin

“Getting old ain’t for sissies”. How many times have we heard that
phrase? Of course we always thought it applied to someone else – not us.
When did we cross that age barrier into Senior Citizen? Just yesterday we
were young, strong, agile and able to leap tall buildings. Our bodies were
still trim and our minds steel sharp. Old age was somewhere in the far
distant future.

OH NO! It’s here and it snuck up on little cat feet. It started with
small memory glitches but you didn’t pay much attention because all your
friends were experiencing the same things. What was I going to do? How
did the car keys get in the refrigerator? Is the grocery list still on the table
by your chair when you are at the store? When did you need to start making
lists anyway?

Then came the physical or lack thereof. Achy joints that take a bit
longer to get moving. Balance not what it was. Shorter walks because well
the dog was tired. Knee replacements. Hip replacements. New glasses
because they are making road signs smaller and why are people whispering?
My hearing is just fine. OOPs, I laugherd and peed a little or sometimes a
lot. Depends aren’t funny anymore when it is you.

You get a new dog and it is like having an over energenic toddler.
How do grandparents end up raising their grandkids? The dog needs
feeding, taking outside and LOTS of attention. You want to sit quietly,
playing games on your tablet (they say it is good for your mind) but the dog
wants your attention and tries to work your tablet. How many times can a
ball roll under furniture? The dog demands you get out of your chair, on
hands and knees to rescue it. Note that he doesn’t help you get back up. Did
you just see that dog laughing? Maybe he is an evil conspititor aiming to
keep you moving. You are sure your doctor is in cahoots with the dog to see
your cardio health is taken care of.

Yep! Getting old ain’t for sissies. The positive is that with age comes
wisdom – if you can only remember what it is. Now where is that dog? Did
you leave him outside? Maybe he’s in the refrigerator!

Ruby Bonham
10-25-2023

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Proposed Document for Review on Member’s Only Page…

Posted on October 27, 2023 by Thom Hoch

The Ad-Hoc Committee on Lot Relinquishment has generated proposed Procedures for Lot Relinquishment, Exchange and Trade. Park members and the Board will be discussing this at the next Board Agenda Meeting in November.

A link to this draft document is available on the Member’s Only Page under the Board heading. You can download and print it from there.  Alternatively, you can get a copy at the Office if you’d prefer. All of the proposed changes are underlined.

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New on Member’s Only Website Page

Posted on October 26, 2023 by Thom Hoch

We’re recently added two new items to the Member’s Only page.  First, there’s a Newsletter from the President of the Board.  And second, there’s a link to the new Board Action Tracker. Both are intended to keep members of the Park informed.

We will appreciate any comments you have regarding these two new items.

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Social Hour Speaker this Friday

Posted on October 24, 2023 by webadmin

Social Hour Friday, October 27
This Social Hour is going to be really special!! The Douglas County Sherriff K9 policeman will be our program. These dogs are assigned to a deputy and live with the deputy and his family for about 6 to 8 years, and then the K9 is retired. The deputy has the first option to keep the dog as their pet.

Today, there are six teams. Dogs ride in the patrol with their handlers to respond quickly to calls. Dogs are trained to do different jobs. Some of the training includes detecting drugs, tracking humans, arresting suspects, clearing buildings, and taking part in public demonstrations. This should be very entertaining, a learning session, and FUN. Come, socialize, and enjoy snacks inc wine.

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Reminder, Please… Don’t Disregard Doggie Doos

Posted on October 19, 2023 by webadmin

The Office received a phone call from a very irritated and upset member. The issue was her husband who had walked in the greenway behind their RV had stepped in doggy doo … which should have been picked up by the pet parent! He tried to clean off his shoes, but that didn’t completely work. He walked into their RV and tracked the mess throughout the home. This situation was not only NASTY, but  totally disrespectful and lazy for a pet parent to not take care of the issue. Responsible pet parents should always carry bags with them, pick up and dispose of their pet’s bodily functions!

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Penelope Hepworth, In Memoriam

Posted on October 18, 2023 by webadmin

The Timber Valley flag was lowered in honor of Penelope Hepworth, formerly of lot 204, who passed away on October 6, 2023. Robert and Penelope Hepworth purchased their membership in Timber Valley on December 4, 2012. They spent their time in Timber Valley and also in Kent, Washington. Robert passed away July 9, 2017.

Penelope remained at Timber Valley after Robert’s passing. She had many careers over her lifetime. She was a business owner, florist and even a performing clown. She loved her beloved dog (pet), Angus, who recently preceded her in passing. Serving on a committee with Penelope in the early days one was amazed by her intelligence and calmness. Penelope is survived by her daughters, Kristen Bruhahn and Michelle Geddes, both of Washington.

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Our Library Needs Help

Posted on October 16, 2023 by webadmin

Our Library Help Needed…..

Due to snowbirds leaving for the winter, we find ourselves short-handed in maintaining the library. This is not a difficult task and can be completed at your leisure.

If you are interested in helping please contact
Kathy Perry Sp 7 or 541.659.7208

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News about the Timber Valley Log

Posted on October 11, 2023 by webadmin

The Timber Valley Log will now be published Monthly during the winter months. A special email address has been created to enable Members to submit entries they would like posted. The address is tvlog@timbervalleyskp.com

This email address automatically forwards to our 5 member Log team, who will rotate duties periodically. The publish date for the monthly Log is expected to be on the 1st of each month.

Please send content you would like published in the Log to this address. The cut-off date will be 3 days prior to the end of each month. Remember with a monthly publication there may not be room for every submission.

Marc Stalnaker, Communications Committee Chair

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Psychic Strings

Posted on October 10, 2023 by webadmin

A recent conversation with T Rex. About weirdness, coincidence and who knows what.

“I Was never going to tell this story. It is a 100% true account of, probably, the weirdest event of my life. I didn’t want to share it because it is so weird I didn’t think people would accept it. I recently mentioned this to a friend. She said, “ You’re weird and we accept you.” So here goes. Continue reading →

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Stop, In the Name of Love… Before you Break… Someone.

Posted on October 9, 2023 by Thom Hoch

I’m sure most of you have seen this new addition to the intersection near the office.  I’d like to thank everyone who wanted it, who spoke up for it, who voted for it, and who installed it.

The intention has always been to take steps to make the area around the office and that intersection a little safer. We have a lot of congestion at times in that area, and having everyone slowing down for the Stop sign sure seems like a good idea, especially for walkers, bikers, and those with walkers and wheelchairs.

By the way, those colorful markings on the pavement around the sign are from the “call before digging” locator service, who we use when digging anywhere in the Park.

And Thank You for Stopping.

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Carl Keck, in Memoriam

Posted on October 7, 2023 by webadmin

In Memoriam, Carl Keck

Carl Keck, former Manager and handyman in Timber Valley Park passed away Sept. 27th after fighting cancer for five years. Carl was born in Aberdeen, South Dakota on August 8, 1942. He served in the Navy before moving to Oregon. Carl worked for Roseburg Lumber and operated three assisted-living care homes.

After he retired as Manager of Timber Valley, he was a much-appreciated handyman who many of us fondly remember. Stacy Holmes, a close friend and co-worker for almost 40 years, calls him “a good person who will be very much missed”. The members of Timber Valley send their condolences to Stacy and Carl’s Family. He will be missed.

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Support Group for Timber Valley Starting

Posted on October 6, 2023 by webadmin

After a large participation in the social hour on Friday, September 29th, it became evident that many people would like to have a support group at Timber Valley. Many feel alone facing the problems of illness, grief, cancer, memory loss, stroke, age, caring for a loved one, etc.

With a group of interested individuals, we’re going to start a support group. This group will be facilitated by Dick Rauscher, who has 30 years of experience helping people with life issues. He is a trained counselor in group discussions. Dick’s credentials

The first meeting will be Oct. 10th, 9-10 a.m. in the card room. Let’s get together to support and help each other.

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Chapter 9 October Newsletter

Posted on October 5, 2023 by Jackie Deal
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In Memoriam – Shirley Barris

Posted on September 27, 2023 by webadmin

Timber Valley is saddened to hear of the recent passing of member Shirley Barris, Lot #195. Shirley passed away on September 10, 2023. Leon and Shirley Barris moved in to Timber Valley on November 12, 1998 from Havasu Lake, California. Leon passed away on August 5, 2015. Shirley stayed in Havasu Lake, occasionally travelling to Sutherlin for a week or two at a time. She is survived by her daughters Shelley Roberts and Debra John of Lake Oswego, Oregon.

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Timber Valley Board Vacancy

Posted on September 25, 2023 by webadmin

Members interested in filling a vacancy on the Board should submit their resume to the office by the end of business Friday, September 29, 2023. The term of the open position will expire in July of 2025.

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