Contributed by Margaret “Pud” Wood As a new member of the LCG Library Committee I decided to renew my acquaintance with our five libraries. Most of us are familiar with the Lakeside and Fairway libraries as great sources for books and information. Are you aware that both have magnifying reading aids for those who have… Read More »
By Pat Grant Old San Diego began before Friar Junipero Serra founded San Diego de Alcala Mission in 1769, or before 19th century whalers deposited their cargoes on the marshes below the Presidio. San Diego’s history stretched back before the people who settled the Americas walked across the land bridge from Siberia around 10,000 B.C…. Read More »
By Pat Grant Halley Sanchez is our new Executive Assistant to Executive Director Keith Kasin and enthusiastic about her job. One of the most challenging aspects, she finds, is juggling Keith’s very busy calendar, trying to allow him time to complete tasks in between appointments. “I don’t have much experience as an executive assistant,” Halley… Read More »
By Sharon Wood According to Webster’s, talent equates to “gifted,” and describes “outstanding ability.” Our recent show, “La Costa Glen’s Got Talent,” excelled with truly outstanding abilities—whether they be singing, dancing, or acting. These brought forth a joyous evening for all in the audience! LCG residents wowed us, once again, with their various talents and… Read More »
Contributed by Ginni Davis After graduating from Washington State University in Spokane, I planned to travel to New York to begin working on a Master’s degree at Columbia University. Shortly before I was to leave my home town of Olympia, a work colleague mentioned that she knew a young man that had left to get… Read More »
By JoAnn Mullen It’s a brilliant and starry night with the moon casting its pearlescent glitter over all. Shards of light glimmer in the distance. La Costa Glen is silent but not still. We lie in our comfortable beds thinking of those who keep us safe and protected. We send good wishes: -May Irish luck… Read More »
By Les Besser When a classmate bragged about buying a birthday gift for his mother, I yearned to do the same. I knew even a small bouquet would make Mom happy, but it cost 50-cents, and I had no money. Odd jobs for neighbors netted me some money, but the day before Mom’s birthday, I… Read More »
By Les Besser Mark Alsop was deeply influenced by his parents’ dedication of assisting seniors; they owned a residential home-care unit. After completing his LDS Church missionary assignment in the Philippines and graduating from the University of Hawaii, he took various jobs without finding complete satisfaction. Looking for more fulfillment, he joined Cambridge Healthcare Services,… Read More »
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 »