Contributed by Bill Julian George Washington was more than the “father of his country.” He was one of the greatest men who ever lived, certainly the greatest soldier-statesman. His accomplishments in both war and peace make him a man for all seasons and all ages. Starting with untrained and ill-equipped citizen volunteers he won an… Read More »
By Les Besser We were seated for dinner one evening in the Avalon when our server introduced himself as Jesse and began to take orders. When he delivered our entrées, I said, “Jesse, I must compliment you for your outstanding job.” “Thank you, Mr. Besser,” he replied while standing across the table. “But my name… Read More »
By Pat Grant Barbara and Bill Berrier know this area well. They moved to La Costa Glen three years ago from three miles away in Olivenhain, where they lived for 30 years, following 20 years in Encinitas. Barbara finds that “living here allows you to do a lot.” She is constantly meeting people in exercise… Read More »
By JoAnn Mullen Catalina Hall was packed for a talk on sleep disorders by resident Les Besser, who has experience with sleep centers here in California and has had apnea for many years. “Sleep disorders affect 70 million people in the U.S. alone,” stated Les.“Age, weight, and how you breathe can contribute to sleeping problems,… Read More »
By Les Besser Gingerbread has been around since the time of the ancient Greeks and Egyptians. At the end of the first millennium, an Armenian monk brought it to Europe where it eventually became associated with Christmas. The tradition of making decorated gingerbread houses began in 19th-century Germany as the result of the story, Hansel… Read More »
By Dan LeMay Christmas has come and is long gone, except for the much-maligned fruitcake. And one other thing: the genuine mincemeat pie. The closest you can buy around here as special order at Marie Calendars is mince pie, no meat. My grandfather, who was born in a soddy on the Kansas prairie, said that… Read More »
By Pat Grant Keith Kasin, our new Executive Director at La Costa Glen, is friendly, easy to talk to, and accessible, all qualities residents appreciate. He also knows what he is doing, having spent the last 19 l/2 years as Executive Director in charge of Plymouth Village, a residential community in Redlands, California. As Keith… Read More »
By JoAnn Mullen People remind me that I have a “Vote Nixon” bumper sticker on my car’s left bumper. Many years ago, I decided that if good things come to those who wait, then procrastination must be a virtue. Procrastination, for you uninitiated readers, is having a long list of things to do and going… Read More »
Contributed by Grace Omens When I was growing up, the eight night celebration of Hanukkah was shared by all family generations, who tended to live close by each other. I always received Hanukkah gelt (money) from my parents and grandparents and I was THRILLED if I got a dollar! My children enjoyed receiving gelt each… Read More »
By JoAnn Mullen My family asks every year what I want for Christmas. Since I’ve outgrown the need for material tributes, here’s what I really want: A sweater of self-esteem so that I can feel a warm, loving feeling about myself at all times. An anti-procrastination afghan so that I may do things on time… Read More »