SPOTLIGHTING SENIORS
By Janet James
Food for Thought – I don’t know about you but I am ready for Spring!
Our February B and A Day had a good turnout. Those celebrating a birthday were Laurence King, Lucy Ferguson, Gene Droemer, Earl Eblen, Max Jackson, Mary Jane Jackson, Emogene Sanders, Ellen Seales, Ada May Culpepper (94 years young), and Margaret Edwards (100 years young). There were 2 anniversaries-Max and Mary Jane Jackson (69 years) and Gene and Beverly Droemer (51 years). Congratulations to all.
Bridge after lunch on Wednesday had 4 tables. Those who played were Bob Adams, Troyce Wood, Sandra Voigt, Jo Ann Williams, J. D. Zinck, Marge Zinck, Ralph Bravoco, Jimaileen Jenson, Sheliah Pegendorm, Max Robertson, Wendell Day, Steve Campbell, Claudine Edwards, Vista Beard, Rob Hiner, and Margaret Edwards. The winners were J. D. and Marge Zinck.
Bingo on Monday had 19 players. The secret prize was won by Snow Arguello. The blackout amount of $38.47 was won by Sandy Goodner. Thanks to Mona Ramirez and Diana Walker for supplying a lot of our Bingo prizes.
Upcoming events – Mark your calendar! – Mon. (Mar. 9) Shelia Westbrook from Hospice of The South Plains speaking at noon. American Legions at noon, meeting at 1:00. Bingo from 1-2. Tues. (Mar. 10) Calvert from 11-12. Thurs. (Mar. 12) Balloon Volleyball starting at 1:00.
Just for Laughs – “Just to establish some parameters,” said the professor “Mr. Nelson, what is the opposite of joy?”
“Sadness,” said the student.
“And the opposite of depression, Ms. Brady?”
“Elation.”
“And you, Mr. Jackson. How about the opposite of woe?”
“I believe that would be giddyup.”
Mow deliveries for Feb. 23-27 were done by St. Joseph Catholic Church. Those who served were Robert Hurst, Joyce Ganus, Jake Wendell, Phyliss Davis, Davia Heinrich, Richard Len Dodson, and Donovan Reader.
Mow deliveries for Mar. 9 – 13 is the responsibility of First Baptist Church.
Donation: Grace Lutheran Church
Memorials:
Marcie Martin
Tom & Ginger Brunson
Myrtle Melcher
Jeannette Bradford
Ella Mae Hall
Vera Jones
Sherrell & Robin Wilson
Menu: Mar. 9 – 13
Monday 9th – Meatloaf/Tomato Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Winter Blend Vegetables, Apple Fluff, Wheat Roll, 2% Milk
Tuesday 10th – Ham & Beans, Cornbread, Margarine, Spinach, Seasoned Corn, Orange Pineapple Cup, Country Apple Crisp, 2% Milk
Wednesday 11th – Creamy Mushroom Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Peas & Carrots, Whole Wheat Roll, Emerald Pears, 2% Milk
Thursday 12th – Chicken Ala King, Rice, California Veg Blend, Spinach Mushroom Salad, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Wheat Roll, 2% Milk, Tea/Lemon
Friday 13th – Taco Salad, Refried Beans, Spanish Rice, Broccoli & Cauliflower Salad, Corn Tortilla Chips, Apricot Halves, 2% Milk
