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The Grand Valley Grapevine

Official Monthly Newsletter of the Grand Valley Homeowners Association

G.V.H.A. P.O. Box 550 New Port Richey, FL 34656 Tel. (813) 468-0872

Issue 236 May 2015 Page 1 of 13 Editor: Walda Pagucci 8141 Stony Bridge Drive 264-7773

email: [email protected]

From the Management It has been noticed by the office that many homes need to be washed. Does your home need to be power washed? Does your flowerbed need weeding? Perhaps your bushes and trees need to be trimmed. Now is the time, before it’s too hot, to care for these things. Please remind your guests that parking on the grass is not permitted as your sprinkler heads may be damaged.

Thank You Thanks to all that supported the “Treats From Home” fundraiser. It was a big success and raised a lot of money for postage. The committee did an awesome job, but I would not expect anything else. Pat and I have been working with them for over 9 years and they are the best. Sis Pickles

Cinco de Mayo Cinco De Mayo is Tuesday May 5th. Please come join us from 4 to 6 pm at the club house for a Mexican treat. Cost is $5.00 Get your tickets from Connie. The food will not be spicy so all can enjoy.

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From the President As another summer rapidly approaches and our snowbirds head north, we have an exciting new project starting in July. The new pavilion is being built by the pool area for all to use. We hope to see everybody back in the fall. The board wishes all a happy and safe summer. Thank you, Eric Parker President GVHA

Thank You I’d like to thank all the people that supported the Pancake Breakfasts this past season. We consistently had a good turn out. I cannot say enough good things or thank you to the crew that has helped me this past five years – Harold and Toni Amundson, Donna Parker, and Bob and Patti Pickles. It was so enjoyable working with you. Thank you again. Jackie Massey

Issue 236 May 2015 Page 2 of 13

Thank You Thanks for all the calls, cards and visits - it is much appreciated. Sis Pickles

Thank You Iris and I would like to thank all who took part in our anniversary celebration. It came as a big surprise, we did not expect such a party. Everyone who was there was wonderful to us. Dennis and Fred did a wonderful job at the grill – the food was plentiful and delicious. Bonnie was great with the camera, and than you for all the beautiful cards and gifts. So once again, we would love to thank you all for making it a special day, a very special day for our 60th wedding anniversary. We will never forget it. Thank you, Iris and Ian

Men’s Lunch The Men’s Luncheon will be on May 12th at 12:30 at Hooters in Port Richey. There is a sign-up sheet in the clubhouse. Please sign up if you plan to attend so that we will be able to let Hooters know how many to expect. If you need a ride, call Frank Messina @ 848-9071

Ladies Lunch Had a great time and turnout at Tarpon Turtle, food was awesome and reasonably priced. We were graced by two guests, Georgia's daughter in law Theresa and Rose's daughter Nancy. Our next luncheon will be at Rusty Bellies Waterfront Grill, 937 Dodecanese Blvd, Tarpon Springs Fl. on May 12th at 1 pm Everyone is welcome If you need a ride call Pat Blake 849-9831.

Red Hats Movie Day Red Hats Movie Day will be the third Thursday of May (the 21st) call me for any more info. Sis Pickles 727-236-5686

Directory Changes

Add Bob & Judy Hale 8034 Milll Springs 264-7409 [email protected] Add Charlene Peterson 8201 Milll Springs 264-6863 Spelling Bill & Anne VanVlack

Get Well Get well cards were sent to Doris Rutherford, Marty Meehan, Rod Warren, Sis Pickles, Tim Seese & Nancy Linam.

Thank You I want to thank everyone in Grand Valley, especially the Board and Frank Parnell, for having confidence in me and contributing to the success of the Social Committee. We all try very hard and I could not do it without the committee. They are a great group to work with. I hope we all continue to make Grand Valley a better place to live and to bring people together at the events planned. Although we don’t always agree, we need to work together to make our events enjoyable for all. So far most people are enjoying themselves and coming to have fun. Thanks to everyone, I could not do it without you all. Susan We want to thank Frank and Ollie for having Fletcher Music come and play for the park. Hope everyone enjoyed it. Thanks Again.



Grand Valley Residents: If you live alone, for your own safety, and that of your pets, please fill out both sides of this form and tape it to your refrigerator door in case of an emergency:

Name Date of Birth Address Telephone # Height Weight Occupation Primary Care Doctor & Phone # Medicaid/Medicare Yes / No Plan # Private Medical Insurance Name and Plan # Eyeglasses Contacts Dentures/Bridges Last Tetanus Shot Blood Type Diabetic Yes / No Use Insulin Yes /No Allergies Diagnosed Illnesses Medications Past Surgery Religion Living Will Yes / No Special Instructions Emergency Contact List Relative or Friend Name Relationship Address Telephone (Day) (Evening) (Cell) Name Relationship Address Phone (Day) (Evening) (Cell) Name Relationship Address Phone (Day) (Evening) (Cell)

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Do You Have a Dog_________________ Cat? Other? Animal Care Doctor & Phone # Private Pet Medical Insurance Name and Plan # Last Shots Allergies Medications Who to call to care for the pet(s) Special Feeding Instructions Dog Special Feeding Instructions Cat Emergency Contact List Relative or Friend Name Relationship Address Telephone (Day) (Evening) (Cell) Name Relationship Address Phone (Day) (Evening) (Cell) Name Relationship Address Phone (Day) (Evening) _______________________(Cell)______________: Special instructions on care of dog and/or cat


Thank You

My thanks to Marty Meehan for his permission to reprint the following article from the April 2010 issue of the Grapevine. It is being reprinted for the benefit of all Grand Valley residents. Walda Pagucci Editor, Grand Valley Grapevine

One Person’s Opinion

As Written by Marty Meehan for the April 2010 Grand Valley Grapevine

My wife and I spent over two years looking and researching for a community to retire in. One request, we had at that time, was that the community that we would choose would be a 55+ community. Why, you ask? Simple, we knew that we wanted to live the rest of our lives in a community where our neighbors would be mature and would accept each other as friends and neighbors. A community that was active and had activities that could be shared by all. A community where you looked forward to being with friends at the pool, having company on a morning walk, at a social event, at an afternoon lunch or at a neighborhood gathering. A place where everyone looked out for each other. Did Grand Valley fit our requirements? Yes, we have been here for five years and enjoyed every day with our new friends. Lots of memories have been made as a result of all the functions that we have attended. What’s happening to our community? Seems like we have a couple of feuds taking place that is causing the Grand Valley Association to be split with each side continuing to blame each other. Do we need this? No, absolutely not! We do not need a personal feud to continue and break apart an Association and it’s volunteers that have worked so hard over the years to provide a place where everyone can enjoy their retirement days. Let’s keep your private differences private and not have them a part of Grand Valley. Do not place the residents of Grand Valley in a position where they have to choose which side to be on. Your friendship is more important to us and we do not want to loose the friendships that have developed over the years. There is an old Irish poem that basically states: Let bygones be bygones. Let the past go, learn from it but move on. The past is behind us and should be forgotten and our misdeeds be forgiven. The present is only today and in the here and now. The future is unknown and can only be influenced by our generous kindness and caring deeds of today. I hope that my wife and I can look forward to, once again, the community life of Grand Valley that we have so much enjoyed in the past. Marty Meehan


Some Words of Wisdom Today I was in a store that sells sunglasses, and only sunglasses. A young lady walks over to me and asks, "What brings you in today?" I looked at her, and said, I'm interested in buying a refrigerator. She didn't quite know how to respond. Am I getting to be that age? I was thinking about how a status symbol of today is those cell phones that everyone has clipped onto their belt or purse. I can't afford one. So I'm wearing my garage door opener. You know, I spent a fortune on deodorant before I realized that people didn't like me anyway. I was thinking that women should put pictures of missing husbands on beer cans! I was thinking about old age and decided that old age is when you still have something on the ball but you are just too tired to bounce it. I thought about making a fitness movie for folks my age and call it 'Pumping Rust'. When people see a cat's litter box they always say, 'Oh, have you got a cat?' Just once I want to say, 'No, it's for company!' Employment application blanks always ask who is to be called in case of an emergency. I think you should write, 'An ambulance.' I was thinking about how people seem to read the Bible a whole lot more as they get older. Then it dawned on me. They were cramming for their finals. As for me, I'm just hoping God grades on the curve. Birds of a feather flock together and then crap on your car. The older you get the tougher it is to lose weight because by then your body

and your fat have gotten to be really good friends. The easiest way to find something lost around the house is to buy a replacement. Did you notice the Roman Numerals for forty (40) are XL. The sole purpose of a child's middle name is so he can tell when he's really in trouble. And did you ever notice when you put the two words 'The' and 'IRS' together it spells 'Theirs...' Aging: Eventually you will reach a point when you stop lying about your age and start bragging about it. Some people try to turn back their "odometers." Not me. I want people to know why I look this way. I've traveled a long way and some of the roads weren't paved. You know you are getting old when everything either dries up or leaks. Ah! Being young is beautiful but being old is comfortable. Lord, Keep your arm around my shoulder and your hand over my mouth.

Thick ‘N Thin Our group meets every Tuesday morning from 11 – 12 at the clubhouse to promote healthy eating habits and lifestyle. We begin with a short meeting where we share ideas, stories, recipes and more. Then, if weight loss is your goal, a scale is provided for a private weigh-in. This is then followed by a period of exercise using the TV and DVD player. Come join us for an hour of good information and great fun. For more info call Carol McKenna 645-6185


Our Troops Times are tough, but please don’t forget our troops – they deserve all the support we can give them and more. Keep your donations coming. See the box in the clubhouse. Please give cash donations to Sis Pickles or Pat Blake for postage.

Can Tabs for Shriners Hospital

Keeping CAN TABS is a great way to help the children in any of the Shriners Hospitals and at the same time promote recycling. Please continue to turn your tabs in to Al Krueger at 8045 Monitor or to Connie in the office.

Trash & Recycling Trash collection is Monday and Thursday. Recycle days are the second and fourth Wednesday of every month. Please recycle bottles, glass, cans and plastic containers with a number 1-7 in a triangle on the bottom. You do not have to use blue bags. Any container that’s marked “recycle” will be picked up the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. Newspapers can be taken next door to the government building for recycling.

Scheduled Events for 2015 You are more than welcome to join and help out with the social activities. Your input is important and will help in providing activities that would be enjoyed by all. Contact Susan Chafin 813-340-1372 for more information.

Deadline for Grapevine Articles for the Grapevine are due by noontime on the 20th of the month. No exceptions will be made. Please call me at 264-7773, email me at [email protected], or use the mailbox outside my door @ 8141 Stony Bridge to submit anything for the Grapevine and/or the calendar. Your name and phone number must be with your submission. Thanks to all who submit items for the newsletter in a timely manner, it is very much appreciated.

Florida Statute Those who wish to have a copy of Florida Statute 723, “The Florida Mobile Home Act” should send an e-mail to http://www.myfloridalicense.com/contactus/ or by USPS mail at: Department of Business and Professional Regulation 1940 North Monroe Street Tallahassee, Florida 32399 Please remember to include your Home Address Gene Brooks

Snow Birds To all our Snow Birds, please have a safe and wonderful summer and hurry back home.


HHaappppyy BBiirrtthhddaayy Belated Birthday wishes to Mary Jane Goggin (4/12), Sharon Baranowski (4/14) and Sue Tarpening (4/19).

5/1 Mary Gnad 5/4 Dick Heinzenberger 5/5 Carmen Augusta 5/6 Frank Parnell 5/12 Judy Scott 5/13 Sharon Heinzenberger 5/13 Marty Lescher 5/15 Phyllis Terock 5/16 Norma Garces 5/17 Neomi Appenzeller 5/17 Nancie Jardine 5/18 Pat Brown 5/18 Helen Herman 5/18 Dave Payton 5/19 Eleanor Gonzales 5/21 Bernie Kingsley 5/22 Frank Messina 5/23 Sallie Goodrow 5/24 Millie Ezo 5/24 Janet Steiger 5/16 Marilyn Hobbie 5/19 Peggy Madison

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5/1/65 Laurence & Rosa Wensil 5/2/64 Marty & Kathy Meehan 5/9/59 Jim & Betty Wood 5/10/60 Gerry & Roberta Klein 5/11/68 Mario & Jeanne Cellini 5/15/76 Nick & Ruth Bell 5/15/76 Frank & Ollie Parnell 5/16/59 Ed & Roberta Grabowski 5/19/06 Tom & Beth Giannone 5/22/82 Tim & Jean Seese 5/24/73 Ellis & Ellie Whitman 5/17/83 Ron & Diane Vachon 5/31/74 Bill & Anne VanVlack

Contact Numbers for Information on: Bingo: Annette Gill @ 727-817-1520. Red Hats Movie Day: Sis Pickles @727-236-5686 Ladies Lunch: Pat Blake @ 849-9831. Men’s Lunch: Frank Messina @ 848-9071 Pancake Breakfast: Jackie Massey @ 727-845-7799. Crafters, Card Makers, Scrapbookers: Arvella @ 264-8378 or Doris @ 815-9192 Shuffleboard: Bob Bennett @ 848-5549 Wednesday Night Co-Ed Poker: Frank Messina @ 848-9071. Upcoming Events: Susan Chafin @ 813-340-1372






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