www.westlakevillagenw.com 2015 Issue #3

Editor: Armida Snyder 541-226-9347 miannorm@charter.net

Staff: Robert Meredith 541-507-1168 robert@upcco.com

Manager: Nadine Luikart 541-479-6020nadinel@charter.net

Activities:Kenway& Diane Mead 541-244-1619 meadkd@yahoo.com

Sales: Jeanne Simington541-226-7172 geeknee@q.com

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There is a certain excitement around Westlake Village these days, as residents eagerly prepare for S-P-R-I-N-G-! Theoretically, the first day of Spring is March 20. This year it happens to be on a Friday. There will likely be people descending on their favorite garden store in droves that weekend, emerging from the heavy fog and dampness that has enveloped us during the first two months of the new year – and eager to get started in their gardens! In that regard, there are special gardening tips featured in this issue to help both the novice and the more seasoned gardener. But, prior to the welcomed arrival of Spring, we have to pass through one, what may be to some, “hurdle.” That hurdle is the beginning of Daylight Savings Time. Remember, it only hurts for a little while (as the song goes) and that hour of lost sleep will be rewarded with extra daylight for extended seasonal activities such as bike-riding;

picnicking; lingering on the porches or patio of friends and neighbors and enjoying the warmer weather and the beauty of Grants Pass, Oregon. There are different stories of how Daylights Savings Time came to be. Some credit (or discredit, depending on your view) Benjamin Franklin with conceiving the idea way back in 1784 during his travels as an American delegate in Paris. Others say it was New Zealander George Vernon Hudson who thought of it in 1895, and that it was first organized and implemented in Germany and Austria-Hungary on April 30, 1916. According to some sources, DST saves energy. Studies done by the U.S. Department of Transportation in 1975 showed that Daylight Saving Time trims the entire country's electricity usage by a small but significant amount, about one percent each day, because less electricity is used for lighting and appliances. Likewise, it is said that power companies found that power

usage decreases 3.5 percent when daylight saving starts. In the first week, peak evening consumption commonly drops around five percent. Lest we lull you into an earlySpring hibernation with all the technical theories and details, we pass on this clever slogan: Spring ahead; Fall behind, and this practical reminder to

.. .on Sunday morning, March 8, 2015

...AND

HAPPY GARDENING!

GARDENING TIPS FOR MARCH: From the Phipps Conservatory 1. Plant pea seeds in the vegetable garden and sweet pea seeds in the flower garden. 2. Now is the best time to complete major pruning on

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MARCH 2015

shrubs. Thin out multi-stemmed shrubs. 3. Bring in and force branches of forsythia and quince. NEWS IN THE ‘HOOD By Jeanne Simington

There’s always something happening at Westlake Village! And here are some views from the unique vantage point of the sales office and U-NO-WHO: Beverly Morgan has moved into her new home on Kings Way. "Skeeter" her Jack Russell terrior has proclaimed joyously this as his new home, too. Welcome, Beverly...hope to see you out and about soon! Ben and Lorraine Ogletree have moved from their Sterling Drive home to their new digs on Kings Way. They're enjoying the view of the farmland in their back yard; we're loving having them as neighbors in a new location. Richard and Michelle Pedraita are readying their home here for occupancy in March. Major efforts have been made to make this their dream home. They're right at home already and are ever so welcome new neighbors. Every prayer and good thought is directed to the Meads these days. Theanxiety of awaiting tests and results is made a little more bearable with the loving, hopeful wishes of good neighbors. The Meads want to acknowledge the kindness and good relationships developedthrough just being good neighbors. Ann Harris is walking around the park only a couple weeks after hip replacement surgery. She swears this one was easier than the last one! What a trooper...she'll be on the golf course soon! Daughter Janet

has been visiting from Beaverton, making Ann and Dick mighty happy for all her care and loving, helpful ways. John Bradley has the Cadillac of golf carts. So good to see him out and about, enjoying the sunshine and wind in his hair as he tools around the park in his snazzy rig. Not to be outdone, Phil McKinnon and Jayne are proud owners of a golf cart now, too. Watch your speed limit, you hot-rodders! This blessedly warm and sunny weather brings out the best in all of us and finds more neighbors exercising and generally being neighborly after some cold, wet weather. That flash of color and laughter that whizzed by you was probably Barbara Shortz making her rounds on her girlie pink bike! Steady and intent on improving health, BlondinaYarbro bikes AND exercises regularly in the gym. Hubby Frank needs to take a little time off to deal with health issues, but he'll be back out there soon! Even Donny Tyree pedals around the park plus takes Cheyenne for her regular walks. Power walkers Jeff Modde, Glenda Northcutt and Renee Marquiller take a turn around the block often, too. Westlake Village pooches are the luckiest dogs! Daily walks are good for them and their owners! What a delight to all of us to be able to love 'em and send 'em off with pats and occasional treats. The Greenwoods are back from their 'snowbird' trip to Southern California and through some lovelycountry as they ventured south, then back home. There was a bit of an appreciated surprise in the finished landscape of their lakeside back yard. If you haven't seen the landscaping at the Manager's Residence - especially along

Webster Road - it's worth a stroll or drive to admire. The benches at the flagpole area are getting a little more warming as residents and prospective customers sit and enjoy the beautiful landscaping and the glistening lake. Thanks, Mike Martin, and crew from Environmental Landscape, for all the attention you've given to areas that all of us can enjoy. By the way, Zack from ELM spent awhile preparing cement "collars" to improve the downspout carryout drains to the streets. Now, gushing water (like we had for a couple days earlier this month) goes where it needs to - into the storm drains strategically placed to collect excess water - instead of back into the yards. Constant improvements to this community of ours may go unheralded, but are certainly appreciated! Paul Stein hasn't been around quite so much, since the last home in the new section hasn't been ordered yet. A couple of warm sunny days found him here, tending to customer follow-up and friendly help to all who seek him out when he's here. LOTS of activity at the model homes...have a feeling I may be operating out of a tent and the porta-potty soon. Almost ready to order the last home for Hampton Way. Awaiting Pacific Power's plan for re-arranging major power lines through Westlake Village until we finally design and bring in a new home at the end of Bentley Drive at Hampton Way. Spring is here and that means the dumpster will fill quickly with yard debris. Please be sure to bag your leaves and brush and if you get to the dumpster to find it full, don't leave stuff outside the dumpster. The trash picker-

uppers WON'T!...and they may not even be able to get the dumpster out of its domain to empty it. Clue: The dumpster is emptied Thursday afternoon - usually around 3:00. Whew! That’s a lot, huh? And there’s more…! POTLUCK REPORT by Robert Meredith

Another evening of high caloric intake was enjoyed by all at the February Potluck. From pasta to fish, the bill of fare was fantastic. Thanks to everyone who contributed the goodies. Newcomer’s Jim and Norma Cassady and Richard and MichellePedraita were welcomed with open arms and it was great to see new faces, as well as the familiar. Kudos to Glenda Northcutt and Eddi Chaffee for the beautifully decorated clubhouse. Thanks to all who lingered and toiled to help clean up the joint. Thank youtoMarvin Northcutt for the beautiful prayer before indulging in the feast before us. (With his talent one would think he has done this a time or two in the past). As always Kenway and DianeMead were the perfect hosts and we thank them for the time and effort that they afford to help us all gain weight. Come out and join your neighbors in a fun evening at the next dinner. The March Potluck will be held on Friday the 27th at 5:00 with the theme of Homemade Pizza Party. Bon Apitito!

HISTORICAL SOCIETY EVENT by Robert Meredith Informative and fun describes the program presented by the Historical Society on Feb. 13. The representatives answered many questions concerning the past of our county and brought to light unknown facts that surprised and delighted the attendees. Books were available for sale and two now reside in the clubhouse library for all to enjoy. Check them out. Coffee, cookies, and fudge were available for those that did not have a sugar shock from the prior evening’s potluck dinner. Speaking of history. . . THIS MONTH IN HISTORY 1933 – FDR delivers his Inaugural address 1938 – Nazis invade Austria 1943 – WWII, Battle of the Bismarck Sea 1972—Equal Rights Amendment passes 1979 – Three Mile Island nuclear accident in PA 1981 – President Reagan shot in DC 1989 – Exxon Valdez oil spill in Alaska 2003 – US invades Iraq Ending Hussein’s rule NEWS YOU CAN USE In partnership with American Medical Response, Mercy Flights offers a membership program that allows for quality emergency care at little to no cost for members. It is a non-profit air and ground transport service that is available for an annual fee of only $85 for the household. If you are interested only in ground transport, the fee is $55 a year. If you have questions, call American Medical Response at 1-800-228-7601. There is a local office in Grants Pass located at 414 SW 4th Street.

NADINE’S NOTES

Are you aware of the amazing things that are available for you in our Clubhouse?

Gym Library Video player in the

library, along with a large selection of videos to watch.

There is also a phone in the library for your convenience.

Remember, we have recently subscribed to cable TV with Charter.

A GOOD NEIGHBOR TIP… byArmida Snyder

We love our little pooches, as we take them all around; We stand and wait so lovingly as they sniff upon the ground. Sometimes they leave a ‘deposit’ – sometimes it’s just for ‘fun’; But we must always stand alertly by until we know which one. If it’s just a squat to mark their way with no mess left in its wake, We can travel on, head held high; glad for the precautions we take. Let’s keep our neighborhood tidy and free of dog piles here and there; Remembering that it is a community and with other people we share. Though we love our dogs and in our eyes they simply do no wrong; We must carefully watch for the droppings they leave as we meander along. Carry a bag to pick it up; and all things will be just fine… Don’t make your hapless neighbors look-- or step onto -- yourdog’s landmine…

Pull up a chair, take a taste. Come join us. Life is so endlessly delicious!

Ruth Reichl

MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS byArmida Snyder

ROGER AND PAULINE SCHNEIDER

There is a new sense of liveliness emanating from the corner of Hampton Way and Westlake Drive recently. Many of us have seen – and maybe even had the pleasure of meeting -- our new neighbors – Roger and Pauline Schneider -- now living in the home which was once affectionately referred to as the “Mini Taj”. In addition to living in this lovely home, they have added their own special touch to the neighborhood.

The Schneiders‘began their new life’ in Westlake Village approximately 6 months ago, after what they say was a long, circuitous journey, that involved approximately a dozen locations before settling here. Let’s see how that all played out . . .

Pauline Holtz was born in Los Angeles, California, the second of two children. Her mother was able to stay home and raise the children, while her father was a sign painter. Notably, both were deaf. Pauline lived in the Los Angeles area most of her life, and attended Fremont High School.

Although she did not graduate from high school, Pauline earned her GED and went to work at Woolworths and various other positions, including the telephone company and eventually a bank. When World War II broke out, Pauline was among those womenwho went to work to support the war effort. Yes!

She was “Rosie the Riveter” for a little more than a year, working at McDonnell Douglas in the Los Angeles area.

Meanwhile, her beau, Stan, a friend from school, had enlisted in the Navy. For a time they had a relationship carried on by correspondence, but when he returned home from the military, he claimed his bride, and they began a family. They had 4 children: a set of twin daughters, and another son and daughter. From these came 9 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren!

Stan went into the ministry and became a pastor, which led them to Springfield, Oregon. There he servedas senior pastor in First Baptist Church.

Thirty years later, the marriage ended in divorce. To support the family, Pauline went work in an orthodontist’s office in Springfield. She worked at this office for 19 years.

During this season of her life, Pauline was pretty much ‘all business’, not having much of a social life -- dating only sporadically. Basically, it was all work and no play -- to work and back day after day.

Urged by her son, Randy, to get out and have some fun, she began considering what she might do. As it turned out, a young single lady from her church sought Pauline’s opinion about attending a local Square Dance Club. The friend was surprised when Pauline suggested that they visit together!

The first night there, Pauline met a man (Roger) and his date (Florrie) with whom she became good friends. Roger, Florrie and Pauline became a threesome and did many things together.

Unbeknownst to Pauline (and maybe Roger, too) cupid was at

work, orchestrating some ironic circumstances and knitting their hearts together. It seems that Florrie also had other male friends and was going to go to Portland to become better acquainted with one of them.

She entrusted Pauline with ‘keeping an eye’ on Roger in her absence, hoping to ensure that he would still be available when she returned. After about a year, however, Pauline and Roger realized they loved each other and made plans to marry. Thus began their 37 years together as husband and wife. (As a side note, Florrie married her Portland beau…)

Roger was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the second child of six children. He has three brothers and 2 sisters.

Being a rather ‘frisky’ young man, full of youthful energy and sass (read ‘black sheep’) Roger was ‘encouraged’ to pursue a career in the military. (With a brother a priest and sister a nun, what’s a high-energy guy to do?)Accordingly, at the age of 16, with father’s permission and urging, he enlisted into the United States Army.

He served in the military for 2 years as a surgical tech. It was a job he thoroughly enjoyed and at which he proved himself to be quite skillful. For a time, he was at Fitzsimmons Army Hospital in Denver, and because of his exceptional skill, he was even encouraged by his superiors to pursue a career as a doctor and surgeon.

Seeing a promising young man, this person encouraged him to participate in USAFE, a program that helped individuals finish their education. Thus, Roger earned his high school diploma and went on to have two additional years of education in college.

After his discharge from the Army in 1947, Roger returned to Green Bay, going to work for the American Can Company, a supplier of paper products. The company is now known as Georgia Pacific, having changed its name several times. In 1968, the company relocated Roger to Eugene, Oregon. He continued to work there for 41 years, until retirement in 1989.

Roger had married in 1948, and had a family with his first wife. They had 10 children together, now ranging in ages from 40 to 63. Of course, there are now grandchildren and even great grandchildren! After 29 years, Roger’s marriage ended in divorce and he remained in the Springfield area.

Two years later, Roger began going to the Square Dance Club with his friend, Florrie. There was a history between them, her son being a playmate of Roger’s son, so going places with Florrie was not unusual. However, we all now know what happened at the Square Dance Club when Pauline showed up – ( shades of “The Tennessee Waltz”?) --and the rest -- as they say -- is history! Beautiful history, they would hasten to add!

They agree that they ‘clicked’ at first meeting. Spending more time together made them realize they had something special between them. After about a year, they decided to ‘tie the knot’ which they did in 1978.

They have enjoyed their life together, traveling in a motorhome part of the time. Together they have lived in Phoenix, Surprise and Prescott, Arizona. It was in Prescott that they built a beautiful home boasting a view ‘to die for.’ There was wildlife, trees and, of course that gorgeous view.

After about 3 years, they learned that developers were about to build an 18-hole golf course, which would effectively destroy their prized view. There was no problem in selling the home, even though the purchasers were aware of the plans for development. Coming from a very busy, crowded city, the purchasers did not see the golf course as a problem to the [relatively] quiet atmosphere in this lovely location.

After selling the home, the Schneiders moved to Bullhead City, Arizona, where the summer heat can get as high as 128 degrees! Incredibly, the heat was not a problem. From there they lived a couple of years in a home on the Colorado River, then back to Oregon into Winston and then the Medford area, and finally Grants Pass, where they lived in the Allen Creek area for 7 years.

Wanting to downsize and live in a smaller community, the Schneiders chose Westlake Village. They are very happy with their choice, and enjoy being able to watch people walking their dogs or passing along the streets in front of their home.

They live a spontaneous lifestyle, doing whatever they feel inclined to – perhaps a day trip or a few days on the coast, and of course, the opportunity to ‘donate’ some money at the Casino. With their combined, extended families fairly nearby, Roger and Pauline are able to get together with them at least once a year when they attend a family reunion in Eugene, at Roger’s daughter’s home.

An old, heirloom kettle with a long history in the Schneider family is the centerpiece of this event, where they prepare chicken booyah, a savory, appetizing dish that can only be described as ‘much more than” a plain chicken soup or stew

meal. Attendees bring the additional fixin’s and it is indeed a delightful time for all. Planned a year in advance, it is such a beloved tradition that all the family tries very hard to make it to the event.

These new additions to our community are a delightful, energetic pair and if you have not yet met them, by all means make it a point to do so. They are warm welcoming and witty -- and you are in for a delightful visit! SPEAKING OF NEIGHBORS How’d you do in the “Puppy Love” test last month? For those of you who feel as though you are in a cliffhanger state, here are the answers:

OWNERDOG(S)

Barbara ShortzChloe Don & Julie Tyree Cheyenne Bob & Jeanne CotrielElsie Norm &Armida Snyder Maggie Nadine Newhouse Bear Janille Gooch Maddie Nancy Wyatt Molly Dick & Ann Harris Buddy Diane &Kenway Mead Kira Patricia Narcum-Perez Abby Susan Kievett Rosie Bill & Cindy Lounsberry Posey Bob & Suzanne Ervin Wilson & Chandler Robert Meredith & Missy & John Pace Fallon John & Della Bradley Chiquita &DeeDee Don Thomas Snoopy Carol O’Brien Jazz How’d you score? 4 or less: go meet you neighbors 5-7: reward yourself with a good biscuit (or cookie…) 10-plus:Good boy! Good Girl! Go for a run in the park; chase a squirrel – )or maybe just take a nap) Note: Editors goofed and omitted the Bradleys, but got their dogs’ names in. Guess we’re in the doghouse…

MEMORIES OF VIRGINIA LOAR By Jeanne Simington

Virginia Loar, who would have been 96 next month, passed away on February 22. Virginia moved to Westlake Village in 1985 and lived in her home on Kingsley until a short while ago, when she needed more care than she could arrange at home. She had a huge presence in Westlake Village from the time she moved in! She was the sister-in-law of Nadine Luikart and was instrumental in aiding her with the organization of activities in the “barn” which was the first location of the clubhouse. She and Jackie Wright further assisted Nadine with writing, publishing and distributing the earlier newsletter. Virginia especially enjoyed meeting and interviewing new residents, always finding something of interest to share with others. She was our good-news bearer. She was a promoting force behind early potluck dinners and other get-togethers, always with joy and helpfulness. She became our greeter for social events – learned all the residents’ names and had a way of making all feel welcome. She was always there to aid others in the many tasks required to make all happier. She arranged entertainment from her many local resources, too. Virginia organized the first library in the “old” clubhouse and assisted in making our current library as full and available to all who seek out books, puzzled and games. To Gia’s family and many friends, heartfelt condolences are extended. We will all miss her.

MORE NEIGHBOR MEMORIES

Westlake Village lost another former resident recently. Joan Rush was a long-time resident of WLV, a regular at potlucks, and was a grand lady with a past that extends to the old days of Hollywood!

Bearing a remarkableresemblance to Elizabeth Taylor, she doubledfor her in many of her movies.Among them was The Last Time I Saw Paris¸ along with ZsaZsa Gabor and Van Johnson. There were other movies and she greatlhy enjoyed rubbing elbows with the celebrities.

These are noteworthy claims to fame, but Joan had her own priceless qualities that endeared her to many!

REMEMBER: This is your community, your neighborhood and your newsletter! If there are events that you would like to see happen - or if you would like to head up an activity - call Robert or Armida! The Westlake Village Hospitality and Activities Committee (formerly known briefly as the Potluck Committee), has been formed in an effort to enlarge and enhance personal connections, social activities and community relationships.

Its purpose is to extend the activities of the community to more than monthly potlucks, and offering an array of events and activities in which more may want -- and be able-- to participate.

Presently, we would welcome e more volunteers and more ideas! Opportunities for creativity are many and varied -- reducing the work and increasing the fun!

Sound interesting to you -- but you’re not ready to sign on the dotted line..? Come to our next meeting on Monday, March 23 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse.

TIPS ON RE-CYCLING

As you know, Southern Oregon Sanitation, Inc., offers a curbside service for residents here at WLV.

Here are some reminders on what you can recycle:

Magazines, newspapers, and all that is included with your newspaper.

Plastic bottles such as beverage, food, soaps and shampoo containers. Plastic jugs, such as detergent, pet food, syrup and milk jugs. Plastic tubs such as margarine, yogurt, whipped topping, cottage cheese and dip containers.

Plastic jars such as peanut butter and mayonnaise jars. (Please clean and rinse thoroughly and remove all lids on plastics.

Anti-freeze, oil containers and other plastics that have contained hazardous materials WILL NOT be accepted.

Phone books, paperback ooks, miscellaneous office paper.

Tin cans(rinse well),aluminum pie plates, aluminum foil. No need to remove lids or labels, no need to flatten.

Your recycling roll cart makes recycling easy! All recyclable materials are mixed in the cart – no need to sort. Only put the cart out when it is full or convenient for you. Since recycling is clean, it’s okay to wait a week or two if your cart isn’t full.

REGULAR ACTIVITIES

Mondays: 1:00 pm Women’s Walking Group Meets at Flagpole Contact: Glenda Northcutt 541-441-0190 Thursdays: 1:30 pm Scrabble in the Clubhouse Contact: Armida Snyder 541-226-9347 2nd& 4th Mondays: 1:00 pm: Mexican Train Meets in Clubhouse Contact Bud & Eddie Chaffee 541-226-9440 First Friday of Month 7:00 pm - MOVIE NIGHT Patricia Norcum-Perez 503-931-9333 Third Tuesday of Month 7:00 pm: Bingo Meets in Clubhouse Contact: Nadine Luikart 541-479-6020 Monthly Potlucks in Clubhouse This Month: Friday the 27th Homemade Pizza Party!!! Contact: Robert 541-507-1168 WLV Hospitality & Activities Committee Meeting March 23rd, at 10:30 AM in the clubhouse Contact: Robert Meredith 541-507-1168

MARCH BIRTHDAYS 03/01 Cynthia Lounsbury, Barbara Croy 03/03 Pamela Hall 03/08 Cathy Parker 03/10 April Mills 03/12 Robert Modde 03/21 Michele Pedraita 03/22 Robert Hall, MarygaleNelson 03/23 Carol O’Brian 03/26 Eddie Chaffee 03/28 John Dilazzaro Happy Birthday to all ! A MOTHER GOOSE BIRTH-DAY RHYME Monday’s child is

fair of face

Tuesday’s child is

full of grace

Wednesday’s child is

full of woe

Thursday’s child

has far to go

Friday’s child is

loving and giving

Saturday’s child

works hard for a living

But the child who is

born on the Sabbath Day,

is fair and wise and

good in every way.

Do you know the day of your birth? And do you identify with your day??

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH &PREPAREDNESS PRESENTATION We live in interesting days as we consider world and national events. Perhaps you are even wondering how these things impact us, and what we can do in possible emergencies. Mark your calendars and be sure to come to an informative and interesting presentation on Neighborhood Watch and Preparedness. Tuesday, March31 at 6:30 pm in the clubhouse. There will be discussion, Q&A and light refreshments! LOOKING AHEAD: Next month is April (already!) and we are all familiar (maybe up to our ears…) with the traditional April Fools idea… Perhaps some of you want to share some of the funniest April Fools gags you have either heard about, been the subject of …or (perish the thought…) initiated! If so -- and you are willing to ‘fess up -- contact Robert or Armida (no questions asked…) ON NEWSSTANDS NEAR YOU

The monthly Westlake Village newsletter is available at the end of each month and can be picked up at the newsletter box near the clubhouse or the gazebo. If you want to receive it via e-mail, make sure we have your e-mail address.Stay informed and don’t miss an issue!

Have something to contribute? Call Armida or Robert and give them the scoop!

It’s not the days

in your life, but

the life in your days

that count. . .