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Plus…Message From the Board President

ViewpointAsk Mike the Pharmacist

The New San Tan Press

FeBruAry 2013

Your 2013 Board of Directors Candidates

Bingo Club 10th Anniversary

A Snapshot of Life at Trilogy

San Tan Press Magazine

2 February 2013

4 February 2013

COA News… 6 message From the board President

management status report summary

8 activities report

Fitness update

9 aerobic schedule

10 your board of Directors

11 executive Director’s corner

12 board of Directors general meeting

in appreciation of mari Jo enfield

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Table of Contents… February 2013

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The Official Magazine of Trilogy at Power Ranch Community Association

This magazine is delivered to all homeowners and businesses in the Trilogy at Power ranch community monthly. This magazine is also distributed to surrounding businesses and office complexes. you have received this publication because your hoa believes you take pride in your home environment and community. This magazine provides you with hoa information and home product advertising that enhances your home comfort and increases the value of your home. we are always interested in your comments or suggestions.

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Features… 26 bingo club 10th anniversary

27 collector’s corner

28 meet your neighbors

30 shriners hospitals… angels in waiting

32 albertson’s stamps help the needy

34 black history month Facts

36 american heart month

37 home remedies to Keep critters out

38 The right stuff

Clubs and Activities… 22 The clubs of Trilogy at Power ranch

clubs and groups

Committees… 14 committee liaisons

election committee report

16 your 2013 board of Directors candidates

20 architectural control committee report

landscape Facilities report

21 Planning committee communication update

In Every Issue… 40 Viewpoint The human capacity for resilience

real estate as i see it reverse mortgages…” good idea or bad idea?

42 ask mike the Pharmacist

43 blood Drive 10,000 lives saved!!!

recycle…all i want for Valentine’s Day

44 Desert gardening for February

computer Q & a

46 a snapshot of life at Trilogy

a snapshot of life at Trilogy

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6 February 2013

Message From the Board President

BRAND NEW: An addition to our Trilogy history is made with this first issue of the monthly publication now titled, “TRILOGY AT POWER RANCH, San Tan Press”. You are already aware upon receiving this first issue that it has been mailed to each homeowner in our community. What an improvement! You will be scheduled to receive your issue at the first of each month.

The Board of Directors initiated a study over a year ago with the question: “Can we provide improved communication to every homeowner without increasing the publishing cost?” Shown is the present result of that study:

#1 – A five (5) color glossy publication#2 - Mailed to every homeowners billing address#3 - Same inclusion of Trilogy feature articles#4 - Clear, distinguishable pictures#5 - Outstanding responses from advertisers that love the new

look as well as the publication going into many more homes#6 – Decrease of HOA subsidies to provide self-support#7 - Loose inserts are an item of the past. Those ads will now be

incorporated into the magazine

The opinion is that you will be as excited in receiving the “new look” as those responsible for this improved update. The anticipation to continually improve this offering as we embark on a path of change is the goal of all the volunteers that are so loyal to its publication.

Gina Metoyer, our Executive Assistant, will operate as our new Managing Editor of this “new look” and her objective, along with the volunteers, will be to produce the very best of articles for you, their readers. RECKER ROAD DEVELOPMENTS: You may have noticed that something is happening along the Ficus/Recker intersection and the planned Ocotillo/Recker intersection. This undeveloped area will be paved and completed in early 2013 (possibly by end of 1st quarter) which will open vehicle access Queen Creek to Ocotillo and on to Higley. With this of course, will require residents that use the Recker gate off of Ficus to use cautionary measures upon entering and leaving Recker Road into/from the community. Our Executive Director and his staff will be monitoring this closely to determine if new safety measures will be necessary as well as a possible need for new ingress/egress procedures. Please watch for this change on Recker as it materializes. Note: The area from Ocotillo/Recker to Ocotillo/Power is not included and the area is not yet planned for development at this time.

The PUE (Public Utility Easement) is on the Trilogy side of Recker, which is to be dug up and trees removed to allow for the burying of the phone/power lines currently located above ground in that area. The Town of Gilbert and SRP require the developer of the planned development (named “The Bridges at Gilbert”) west of Recker to complete this work.

At the time of the writing of this article, your Association and the developer of the planned Development are working on a reasonable agreement for the restoration of the trees that must be removed along the PUE easement to allow for the burying of the telephone/power lines.

Change is inevitable, and it occurs everywhere progress is made. As we mature in age and experience, many of us try to resist change, particularly if it is rapid, but it takes place anyway, so we might as well hang on, enjoy the ride and take advantage of the results.

Bob Krause

Your COA…

1. Personnela. Gina Metoyer, Executive Assistant, has fast tracked into

her position, and has proven to be an exceptional addition to the Management Team.

b. It is with great sadness I announce that Ed David, Gate and Setup, has taken an extended leave of absence due to health reasons.

2. Pool Solar The Final arbitration was conducted on Tuesday, November

27, 2012 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Representing the Association was Josh Bolen and Kellie Callahan. Also in attendance were the Association’s expert witness along with, Bob Krause, William Katz, and Steve Boyles. The judgment will be forthcoming in early January 2013.

3. Interior Design Update Everything except two minor items valued under $500

has been completed. The Final walkthrough is scheduled prior to the end of the year. Management will provide a comprehensive report to the Board on the completed renovation and change orders as part of the January 2013 Management Report.

4. Trilogy at Power Ranch Shirt Day On November 9, 2012 the Activities and Fitness Departments

conducted their first semi-annual Trilogy at Power Ranch Shirt Day. The event was a huge success with over 200 Trilogy at Power Ranch logoed shirts ordered. The next Shirt Day is tentative scheduled for March/April 2013.

5. Clubhouse Entrance Decorative Concrete The decorative concrete at the Clubhouse entrance appears

to have minor cracking. It is under warranty and will be addressed in early January.

6. Board Tablets with Emails December General Meeting Action Item.

7. Items Pending - 1st Quartera. 2013 Board of Directors Election and Annual Meetingb. Additional Double Handrails in Spac. 2013 Insurance Contractd. 2013 Volunteer Appreciation Luncheone. 2013 Age Verification Surveyf. Association Server Replacementg. Strategic Planning Meeting January 16, 2013

8. Items Completed Slide Presentationa. Drywellsb. Additional Handicap and Golf Cart Parkingc. 15 minute Parking Spacesd. 2013 Holiday Galae. SRP Gate Entrance Locks

9. November Call Center Summary Successfully Handled: 97 of 99 or 98% 1st Forward: 2 of 99 or 2% Repeat Forward: 0 of 99 or 0%

Management Status Report SummaryIan Welsh, Executive Director

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Activities Report

Happy February to you! The year is off to a tremendous start!

We are going to see Joe Bourne in Tucson on February 1. Joe has performed in our community a few times and he is enjoyed by all. We usually see Joe solo, however, during this show, he will be accompanied by a 5 piece band and they will pay tribute to Lou Rawls: The Music. The Man. We are sure to have a great time at Saddlebrook in Tucson.

On February 7, we will head to Arizona’s artist colony, Tubac. The Festival of the Arts is always full of amazing finds for the home, jewelry, wall décor, plus much more. You won’t want to miss this awesome opportunity to satisfy your artistic craving.

On March 24, we will visit the US Airways Arena to see our Phoenix Suns take on the Brooklyn Nets. The seats are in an awesome location and checkout Jared Dudley, Marcin Gorat, and Shannon Brown with the Suns and Joe Johnson, Deron Williams, and Tyshawn Taylor with the Nets!

In June, the COA is hosting a bus trip to Durango, Santa Fe, and Albuquerque. We will stop over at Mesa Verde National Park, visit the El Santaurio de Chimayo for lunch, visit Old Town Albuquerque, plus much more. Stop by the COA Front Desk for more info!

Carletta Miller, Activities Director

Your COA…

Usually in the month of October we are doing the Breast Cancer Walk, however, this year we have chosen to honor all of those who have had cancer or survived any type of cancer and do a Relay for Life here at Trilogy.

When you raise money for Relay for Life, you help the American Cancer Society provide programs and services for cancer patients and their families. The money raised will support patient services, life-saving research, prevention education and advocacy efforts…And that’s why we RELAY!

At most Relays, teams of people can camp out at a local high schools, parks, or fairgrounds and take turns walking or running around a track or path. We, however, will be doing our walk for a total of 2 1/2 hours from 6 pm to 8:30 pm. on March 1st. Relayers do not have to walk the whole time, but each team is asked to have a representative on the track at all times during the event. While some are walking, the others who are waiting to walk or have already done their walk will be in the Ballroom enjoying entertainment, refreshments and socializing with other residents.

You no doubt understand the enormous amount of work an event can be to prepare. We were hoping that you can find some time in your busy schedules to donate time or items to this worthy cause. The 2013 Relay for Life will donate all proceeds to the American Cancer Society.

At this time, we are asking for volunteers to help us find donations in our community to use as Raff le prizes, help with registering residents for the Relay, help with entertainment (such as volunteering to perform at the event) and donating refreshments (finger foods, such as cookies, cupcakes, fruit, veggie’s, etc). If you are a cancer survivor or a caretaker or know someone in the community that is; I would appreciate their name and information so that we can include them in our Opening Ceremony. We have the Survivors and Caretakers take a walk around the track prior to the walk commencing (if they are able). This is a very special time when we can celebrate life and give tribute to those survivors.

If you are interested in helping please contact me by email at [email protected] or by phone at (480) 279-2052. We want to make this a really fun night and a very profitable evening so we hope you all come out and support this great cause. Registration forms are available at the COA Front Desk or at the Fitness Center.

Fitness UpdateRobin Crawford, Fitness Director

Trilogy Walk

Friday, March 1st

6:00pm to 8:30pm

Registration: $15.00 from Jan 7th to Feb 15t h

After Feb 15th registration will be $20.00

Registration includes: T-shirt & Event

You can pick up registration forms at the COA Front Desk or the Fitness Center

•  We need volunteers to help us with the event.

•  If you are a TRILOGY cancer survivor or caretaker we would like to honor you in this event.

•  Luminaries are available for a $10.00 purchase.

Please contact Robin or Jennifer for more information


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Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

8:00 am mix it upshirley

Fit happens/hi-lo (7:55 am) robin

mix it upshirley

Fit happens/step (7:55 am) robin

mix it upshirley

8:30 am Pilates melanie

Pilates melanie

9:00 am Tone & sculpt (8:55) shirley

Tone & sculpt (8:55) shirley

Zumbamaria

9:30 am Zumba goldbarry

Touch of everything Jeni T

Zumba goldbarry

Touch of everythingJeni T

10:30 am sit stretch & strengthenlois

yoga for healingJackie

sit stretch & strengthenlois

yoga for healingJackie

sit stretch & strengthenlois

12:00 pm circuit Training (weight room) Jennifer

circuit Training (weight room) Jennifer

circuit Training (weight room) Jennifer

4:00 pm yoga for healthJackie

yoga for healthluann

yoga for healthJackie

yoga for healthluann

5:15 pm men’s only yogaluann

CLASS SCHEDULE - Subject to change at any time. Classes will be cancelled if we do not have a minimum of 10 people. MONTHLY Unlimited Tickets $30.00 Good For All Fitness Classes.

Per class charge is $3.50 - $5.00. Punch cards are available at COA Front Desk

Aerobic Schedule

8:00 am Tone in motionJeni T

Tone in motionJeni T

Tone in motionJeni T

8:30 am aqua aerobicsJeni T

aqua aerobicsJeni T

9:00 am cardio Funlois

cardio Funlois

cardio Funlois

WATER CLASSES

LAND CLASSES

10 February 2013

Your Board of Directors

Your COA…

Your Community Association Staff

Bob KrausePresident

Gary scottVice President

Fran Molleursecretary

Jerry GerigTreasurer

rick GuernseyMember

David KingMember

Frank youngMember

Ian Welshexecutive [email protected]

Gina Metoyerexecutive [email protected]

ryan KnoblochOperations [email protected]

linda AndrewsManagement [email protected]

Janet PetersonOnsite [email protected]

steve Boyles Maintenance supervisor480-279-2059 [email protected]

Jennifer TaylorFitness & Wellness Coordinator [email protected]

robin CrawfordFitness & Wellness Director480-279-2052 [email protected]

Carletta MillerActivities [email protected]

Terri HaganFront Desk [email protected]

Bob Giannini Gatehouse [email protected]

Carol BiittnerBallroom/setup Coordinator [email protected]

Judy siegelCafé [email protected]

Community Association Contact Information

Main Office Phone: 480-279-2053 Main Office Fax: 480-279-2099 Main Office Email: [email protected]

Gate and After Hours: (6AM – 10PM) Phone: 480-797-1662


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Pickleball arrives at Trilogy for a trial run. Pickleball is without a doubt America’s fastest growing sport and the Valley of the Sun serves as the mecca with the national tournament being held in Buckeye and Surprise being home to Pickleball’s official non-profit organization. What is Pickleball? Pickleball is played like tennis but with enlarged ping pong like paddles and a plastic whiff le ball. Created in 1965, the sport began in the backyard of former U.S. representative Joel Pritchard. After a day of playing golf, Pritchard returned to his Washington State home in search of a more family-friendly game. With makeshift paddles in hand, he and a friend began batting around a perforated plastic ball. Rules were set, and a few tweaks later, Pickleball was born.

The rules of the game: • Pickleballcanbeplayedassinglesordoubles.• Playersservebelowthewaistanddiagonallytotheopposite

side.• Eachplayerontheteamgetstoserveuntillosingapointbefore

the ball is passed to the opponent.• Ballsmustbounceonceoneachsidebeforeplayerscanvolley,

or hit the ball in the air. Volleys must be played outside the “kitchen” which reaches about seven feet on each side of the net.

• Playersscoreonlywhenservingandwhentheopposingteamfails to land a winning shot.

• Teamsplayupto11,15,or21pointsandmustwinbyat least 2.

The smaller Pickleball court makes the game easier on joints and conversations more free-f lowing. The skill level at entry level is more easily performed than other racket sports and creates lots of low impact fun and action. Pickleball played on a much smaller surface (i.e. 4 Pickleballs per 1 tennis court) also attracts a clientele that has suffered sports injuries from knee and hip replacements and rotator cuff injuries.

Although some people think Pickleball is more geared towards seniors, it is becoming increasingly popular to play with children and grandchildren. Mr. Kevin McCue, President of Arizona Southwest Sport Courts Inc, quoted that 9 out of 10 requests he receives are related to Pickleball installation or modifying tennis courts to accommodate the sport.

Tennis court 3 has been modified on a temporary basis to provide 2 Pickleball courts for play every day of the week from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. for the months of February and March. At that point, usage levels will be evaluated and change of playing time will be considered as temperatures in the valley rise in April. The strategic plan if usage and demand continue to increase is that a dedicated sport court be constructed immediately west and adjacent to tennis court 3 to accommodate Pickleball, Tennis, and Basketball.

Pickleball is fun, simple to learn and is a sporting amenity that is readily available at most 55+ communities and adds lifestyle to an already outstanding “way of life” at Trilogy.

For further information on lessons and group practices, please contact one of Trilogy’s Pickleball ambassadors Beverly Shoaf; [email protected].

Some of the content in this article has been sourced from the Arizona Republic article Pickleball written by Melissa Leu.

Executive Director’s Corner Ian M. Welsh, CAAM, CMCA, AMS

12 February 2013

Trilogy at Power Ranch Community Association

Board of Directors General MeetingWednesday, December 19, 2012

Draft Minutes

Date and Time: Pursuant to Article 3, Section 9 of the Trilogy at Power Ranch Community Association Bylaws, a regular meeting of the Board of Directors was held on Wednesday, December 19, 2012 at 10:00 A.M. in the Sierra Ballroom of the Trilogy at Power Ranch Clubhouse.

Facilitator: The President, Bob Krause, called the meeting to order at 10:02 A.M.

Quorum: The following Directors were present; Bob Krause, Gary Scott, Fran Molleur, Jerry Gerig, Rick Guernsey, David King, and Frank Young. The Executive Director, Ian Welsh, represented management.

Consent Calendar: • TheminutesoftheNovember14,2012GeneralMeeting.• AmendedPurchaseOrdersorExecutingaContractforGoodsor

Services Policy.• AppointmentofJerryShankstotheElectionCommittee.• AppointmentofAllanDuvick,WilliamKatz,RonRodgers,Roger

Seeley, and Charles Tebelius to the Ad-Hoc Exploratory Funding Committee.

• AppointmentofMikeLarsontotheLandscape/FacilitiesCommittee.

• 2014BoardofDirectorsMeetingSchedule.

A motion was made by Rick Guernsey and seconded by Fran Molleur to adopt the Consent Calendar as presented. The motion was approved unanimously.

Action Items: Reconciliations: A motion was made by Jerry Gerig and seconded by Fran Molleur to accept the Third Quarter Bank Reconciliation as submitted by the Financial Committee. The motion was approved unanimously.

Financials: A motion was made by Jerry Gerig and seconded by Gary Scott to accept the October 2012 Financial Report as presented. The motion was approved unanimously.

Pickleball: A motion was made by Frank Young and seconded by Rick Guernsey to install two Pickleball Courts on Tennis Court Three on a trial basis to be revisited by the Board in the Third Quarter of 2013. The motion was approved unanimously.

Your COA…

Board of Director Tablets: A motion was made by Rick Guernsey and seconded by Frank Young to purchase seven Apple iPads for the Board of Directors to use in their capacity as Board Members. The motion was approved unanimously.

Committee Reports: Architectural Control: The Chair of the Committee, Fran Molleur, submitted a written report.

Communications: The Secretary of the Committee, Loretta Richardson, submitted a written report.

Election: The Secretary of the Committee, Arnie Rohlwing, submitted written reports.

Financial: Member of the Committee, Jan Burness, submitted a written report.

Planning: The Secretary of the Committee, Rica Semones, submitted written reports. Management Report: Ian Welsh presented the Management Status Report to the Directors.

Member Comments: The following members commented; Lot 1428 on the Pickleball Action Item, Lot 606 on the Pickleball Action Item, Lot 979 on the Pickleball Action Item, Lot 611 on the Pickleball Action Item, Lot 1994 on the Pickleball Action Item, Lot 1854 on the Planning Committee and Pickleball Action Item, Lot 1410 on the Pickleball Action Item, and Lot 953 on the Pickleball Action Item.

Adjourn: There being no other business; a motion was made, seconded, and unanimously approved to adjourn the meeting at 11:40 A.M.

Respectfully submitted, Ryan Knobloch, CAAM, CMCAAssistant Operations Manager

February Board of Directors MeetingsFebruary 6 at 10 AM Work SessionFebruary 13 at 6 PM General Meeting

In Appreciation of Mari Jo EnfieldThe staff of the TPR San Tan Press wishes to thank you, Mari Jo Enfield for your labor as our Managing Editor for the past three years. You have been instrumental in making the San Tan Press as successful as it today and helping us transition into new beginnings.

We appreciate all of your guidance in helping to create the great publication we enjoy today and wish you the very best in your future endeavors.

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Committees…

Committees Board Liaisons Chairs Architectural Control Fran Molleur Fran MolleurCommunications Bob Krause Verna GearyElection Bob Krause Tony MartinExploratory Funding Bob Krause Ron RodgersFinance Jerry Gerig Frank BoragineGolf Course Relationship Rick Guernsey, David King, Gary Scott Larry BarryGoverning Documents Review Fran Molleur, Gary Scott Linda MerchantLandscape/Facilities David King, Frank Young Stu StraitPlanning Rick Guernsey, Frank Young Allan ConverseStreet Light Evaluation Bob Krause Bill Katz

Committee Liaisons

Election Committee Report

By the time you read this the Ballots for the 2013 Trilogy Board of Directors Election should be in the mail. We hope you took time to attend the “Meet the Candidates Meeting” and are better acquainted with the current slate of candidates.

The Election Committee will make sure every vote is counted. To be tabulated your Ballot envelope must be signed. Remember, only one Ballot per property. Provisional Ballots will be available at the front office, if you fail to receive one.

Arrangements can be made with the COA office, for homeowners who are out of state, to fax their ballot if they are unable to return it via mail by the deadline.

Ballots will be validated two to three times a week depending on incoming volume. The COA office will be provided the name of those property owners whose ballot could not be validated. The COA office will make every effort to contact those on the list and resolve the discrepancy or provide them with a provisional ballot.

Property owners may also cast ballots during the first 15 minutes of the Annual Meeting to be held March 13 at 6 p.m. in the Ballroom.

Tony Martin

16 February 2013

Committees…Your 2013 Board of Directors Candidates

My reason for running is I want to see the completion of several plans that are currently being developed. The current BOD has successfully resolved, during the past two years, a number of issues that were important to the improved health and environment of the community.

I would like to see these efforts continue.

Through the good efforts of our committees, we are in the process of developing plans for: (1) expansion and renovation for the future; (2) the repair and replacement of the parking lot; (3) new financing strategies; (4) updating and clarifying our CC&R’s; (5) and the’ review and prioritizing of facilities operations. Obviously, all of these efforts are based upon the financial health of the community. Due to the good efforts of our Management team, the Finance committee and Board decisions, the Trilogy HOA ranks among the best HOA’s in the area in controlling Operational costs as well as developing solid reserve funds. It is important that we continue to maintain our monthly dues’ rate at an effective and practical level.

As in many HOA’s, there are concerns and problems. It seems, from my experience the past two years that many of these problems come from: (1) Homeowners needing to familiarize themselves with the CC&R’s or at least contact the Management office for clarification when they have a concern; (2) not realizing that when decisions are made, they are made for the good of the community as well as the individual. Sometimes these decisions are in conf lict; (3) Clubs and organizations needing to get better organized, discuss their differences rationally and solve their own problems; and (4) the need to continue to realize that we are an active community that needs to look to the future and not accept the idea that we are a maintenance free community!

Many positive things have been accomplished and I simply would like to help these efforts to continue.

Frank Young

Reasons for Running: I want to be of service to my community.

Strengths: My experience as a Real Estate Broker, Licensed General Contractor and owning my own companies

has given me a wealth of knowledge in the area of residential communities that I would like to contribute to Trilogy.

Goals If Elected: I want to provide proven management ideas and workable solutions to community problems in an honest and transparent way, and to encourage all homeowners to become active and informed of all decisions pertinent to this community. I think there should be a more balanced number of women on the board of directors of this community.

Other Additional Comments: I taught school in California for five years upon graduating from SDSU and completed my MS degree from UCLB.

We relocated to Phoenix in 1966 with 3 children. I started my Real Estate Career, opening my Brokerage in 1975 and after obtaining my General Contracting License I added my construction company, building large custom homes in North Scottsdale. When my children finished college and were launched in their careers I downsized my business career and relocated to Trilogy in 2006. I love this as a retirement community and want to contribute to it if I am elected.

Marilyn D. Jackson


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Marilyn D. JacksonReasons for Running: Continue to assist in community growth and development. Help to make Trilogy an even better place to own and/or reside.

Strengths: Background in planning and

management from the working world and a thorough understanding of what the next Board will be facing. Having been on the Board the past 2½ years will be a real plus.

Goals If Elected: Continue with ongoing programs that will enhance homeowner values for their homes, as well as being vigilant in fiduciary responsibilities.

Pertinent Experience: Business background in planning and management as well as the last 2½ years on the Trilogy Board of Directors.

Other Additional Comments: I have served on the Board of Directors for the last 2½ years and have seen some very positive things happen in our community. When the new Board is seated in March there will be some large tasks facing them, such as getting updated documents approved, looking into facilities expansion, taking on issues with our Clubhouse parking and many other day to day issues. I feel that my already having a background in these issues will be a real asset to the Board of Directors and the community.

Gary Scott

I am Paul Reynolds, a full time resident of Trilogy, submitting my name as a candidate for the Trilogy Board of Directors. I have lived at 4976 Harvest Court for the past 13 years, being the third family to move in. I am retired from Chase Bank and hold a master’s degree in finance.

I was instrumental in forming Founders Bank in Scottsdale, and later, First Capital Bank in Phoenix. I have served on boards for the Phoenix Zoo, Boys and Girls Club, National YMCA, Dobson Hospital, the Shrine Hospital, and was on the HOA board of Glenmore in north Scottsdale. I hold life membership in Rotary International, and have managed the Phoenix Shrine Center for the last eight years.

I do not approach this position with an agenda, but with some concerns about some issues and questions which I feel need to be addressed.

There is a need for a five year business plan and a readjustment

Paul R. Reynolds

of some areas of the budget. I will propose a realignment plan for the reserve account to make it conform to the IRS code. This will all be done with aid from the board and will be completed in a short time frame. I can work with others to obtain results.

I will remain after board meeting to answer general questions with no time limit and will make myself available at any time in order to address members’ issues or concerns.

It is my opinion that the residents should be notified, prior to starting any community projects, of the cost and its rationale. The management company will be asked to provide a one page bullet point paper telling us what they do for us and why.

The Management Company and the Board of directors work for the residents. The Board is responsible and answerable for all decisions. I am eager to make this happen and to be part of the decision process.

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Committees…Your 2013 Board of Directors Candidates

Reasons for Running: I was encouraged to run. I want to help Trilogy remain a viable well-run community for residents and visitors.

Strengths: My past business and community

experience would be an asset to the board. I listen and work well with others in making decisions.

Goals If Elected: To see current projects in the planning stage completed. 1. The adoption of the proposed Master Plan Document for Trilogy’s future. 2. Work with management and staff to provide a pleasant place for residents to live and enjoy retirement.

Pertinent Experience: Trilogy resident for eight years. President of the Bocce Club for two years. Construction committee member when new bocce courts were built. Current member of the Planning committee, and the Facilities landscaping committee. Served on many boards and committees before retiring. 32 years as an independent insurance agent in a community of 6,000 residents. I was chairman of the city’s planning and development board for over 20 years. Elected to the board of education for six years including two years as board President. The district had 3,200 students. In 1976 I was appointed Chairman of the Agriculture Business Committee for the national organization, Independent Insurance Agents of America. I held the position six years. During this tenure I testified several times before the Senate and House Agriculture committees on behalf of the IIAA.

In 1992 I left the agency business and joined Norwest Bank (later Wells Fargo Bank) as senior vice president of their crop insurance division. After the merger was completed, I became President of Wells Fargo Rural Insurance Services and served for 10 years. I retired in 2004 and moved to Trilogy.

Daniel Morrissey

As an Association, we are governed be a set of CC&R’s, Bylaws, and Rules. As a Board member I would see that these are administered in a fair and equitable way to ensure that all Trilogy residents find Trilogy at Power Ranch the enjoyable, fulfilling, and secure home and

community they bought in to.

As a Board member, I would strive to provide leadership that will keep Trilogy at Power Ranch competitive with other comparable communities and make this community one can

always be proud of.

Board members set policy, over-sight, and guidance so the administration and staff can effectively manage the community on a day to day basis. That would be my goal.

I offer considerable experience in Trilogy leadership having served as co-chair of the Transition Committee, Golf Equity Purchase Committee, and President of the initial Board of Directors. I have served numerous committees and clubs. I believe knowledge of the history and background of Trilogy and its clubs would be most useful to a member of the Board of Directors.

I hold Bachelor, Master, and Doctorate degrees in education and a career of forty years as a teacher, coach, and school administrator, including thirty five years as a university administrator and district superintendent of schools. I served nine years as a city commissioner, ten years as county chairman of a political party, and owned three small businesses for seven years. I was elected as president of regional, state, and national school administrator organizations. I believe my experience in personnel management, budget administration, collective bargaining, communications, and public relations would benefit the Trilogy Board of Directors. My wife Susan and I have been residents of Trilogy since 2001. As a Board member in the past I personally attended all Board Meetings in person except for two that I attended via telecommunications. I would f ly to Trilogy at my own expense for summer meetings.

Pius J. Lacher

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Committees…Architectural Control Committee Report

The Architectural Control Committee continues to hear from homeowners who are applying for permits to repaint their homes, that paint contractors have told them they don’t have to use four paint colors.

Should you have a contractor tell you this, you need to have them put the statement in writing so you have recourse against them when you receive a notice your paint scheme is not in compliance with the Design Guidelines. The original paint scheme has four parts which are main body, pop outs, fascia, and trim (normally front door).

Another recent problem was a homeowner adding something to the exterior of his home without applying to the Architectural Control Committee. The owner stated they were told by the salesperson that their company had installed many such items in the area and they were permissible. This was incorrect as our Architectural Design Guidelines state this particular item is not allowed. Because the salesperson did not

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Landscape Facilities Report

Residents ask me just what does the Landscape/Facilities Committee do? We are a standing review committee, whose purpose is to inspect, verify, identify, and document Trilogy at Power Ranch common area facilities, including landscape. Study repair and replacement needs and make recommendations to the Board of Directors with the guidance of the Repair and Replacement Reserve Study.

The seven members and two alternates of the Committee must be residents in good standing. A member of the Board of Directors serves as Committee Liaison.

Our various tasks and functions include the following:• ConfirmthattheAssociationhas“asbuilt”plansand

specifications for all structures, amenities, and common area improvements.

• BefamiliarwiththeAssociation’sLandscapeContractandadvise the Executive Director of landscape problems and needs.

• ConfirmthattheAssociationhascopiesofallwarrantiesprovided by general contractors, etc.

• Determineaprioritywishlistofneededconstructiondefectimprovement and make appropriate recommendations to the Board.

• MakecertainthatallfacilitiesareincompliancewiththeAmericans with Disabilities Act.

• Maintainacurrentinventoryofallmaintenanceandoperation manuals, and an inventory of tools, machinery, and equipment owned by the Association.

• MakerecommendationstotheExecutiveDirectorregardinghow to better use existing space.

The Committee is a standing committee and serves at the will

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put his statement in writing, the homeowner has no recourse against the contractor.

The main point here is you should always check your Architectural Design Guidelines and submit an application before beginning your project. The guidelines may not list everything you would like to do, so in that case, consider it’s not allowed until you have submitted an application and received approval from the Architectural Control Committee.Every owner was provided a hard copy of the Guidelines or a CD Disc when their home was purchased. The Design Guidelines are also on MYTPR,com. Should you not have a computer or have lost your Guideline copy, you may contact Linda Andrews at the COA office to obtain one.

of the Board of Directors and may be exposed to confidential and sensitive information that shall not be shared outside of the Committee.

Recent work of the Committee includes:• OverseeingtherenovationoftheTrilogypools,including

the purchase of new deck furniture.• OverseeingtherenovationoftheClubHouseGreatRoom

and Card Room including the purchase of new furniture.• Overseeingtheinstallationofthenewtenniscourtsurfaces,

at no cost to the Association.• OverseeingthemaintenanceandupkeepofourTrilogydry

wells.• AdoptedandpresentedtotheBoardofDirectorsthe2013

Capital Improvement Wish List. The top three projects: Pickle ball courts, a Ramada at the west end of the Bocce courts for shading and adding an outside door entrance to The Meeting Room.

I hope this will help all residents understand the workings of the Landscape/Facilities Committee. If you or your club has questions about the Committee or suggestions/concerns regarding our facilities and landscaped areas, please call or email me. Our monthly meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 9 a.m. in The Meeting Room adjacent to the men’s locker room in the fitness center. Entrance is after you enter the pool area.

Stu Strait, ChairTrilogy Landscape/Facilities [email protected]


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Planning Committee Communication Update

THIS IS A COMMUNICATION UPDATE FROM THE PLANNING COMMITTEE AT TRILOGY

The Planning Committee is a standing committee established by the Board of Directors for the purpose of gathering information about Community needs, getting input from residents, and looking for ways to improve our facilities. The Committee has a specific charter to determine the Trilogy at Power Ranch short and long-term capital improvement needs and to develop short and long-term implementation plans. The Committee’s research is being used to develop facility improvement concepts and cost estimates. That data will be organized and prioritized for presentation to the Board of Directors and the Community. The recommendations to the Board of Directors and the Community are intended to ensure that homeowners and residents remain in a premier active adult community with excellent property values.

Planning Committee StatusThe Planning Committee is in the process of completing a Master Plan Document (MPD) for the Board of Directors and the Community which will be presented in early 2013. The plan addresses the full range of amenities in Trilogy and examines the activities of all clubs and groups. The Planning Committee has a broad research agenda. We have summarized the survey results of approximately 600 residents and included the recommendations of management and staff. Members of the Planning Committee have visited other adult communities to understand their activities and plans for the future. The trends for seniors across the U.S. have been researched with a focus on the emerging desires of our demographic at Trilogy. Our goal is to identify and select capabilities that will enhance the enjoyment of current members and attract active new community members.

The MPD document will provide summary information about our facilities and the use of amenities by Trilogy residents. It explains current conditions regarding the facilities and recommends improvements to serve the community and enhance home values. Our Community can be characterized as highly active in six key categories. They include: entertainment, fitness, crafts, education, travel, and social outreach. The MPD discusses the facilities usage and suggests potential improvements. As a general guideline, the Planning Committee is recommending improvements to create more multipurpose use of our facilities. As the facilities are modernized, there will be specific initiatives to repurpose existing spaces. The domino effect of more space becoming available will allow more members to participate in many activities.

Allan Converse

One proposal was advanced to the Board of Directors on September 24th. The presentation referenced several fitness-related expansion ideas and modifications to the kitchen, café, and associated patio area. The proposal requested funds which were approved to support an architectural feasibility study and cost review. This potential project is still in the investigative stage.

Some Thoughts for Community ConsiderationOur active adult resort-living community surrounds the golf course. With 2,035 homes in Trilogy we have a wide range of community interests and participation in the use of amenities. We have a mix of fully retired people, semi-retired people, and winter residents. Our demographics indicate a median age of 61 which means most residents will live in Trilogy for more than 15 to 20 years. Our facilities are now 13 years old and well used, with more than 2,400 events scheduled last year.The community clubhouse and surrounding area was originally sized for 1,800 homes. Shea Homes condensed the overall property design to build 2,035 homes, or an additional 235 homes. The existing facilities are heavily used and some amenities are stressed beyond reasonable use. We believe “It’s About Time” to come together and consider improvements for Trilogy at Power Ranch. You will hear more from the Planning Committee in the weeks and months ahead.

Going ForwardThe communications process going forward will use several methods to keep everyone informed. This process will include: e-mails, MyTPR web site, town hall meetings, and San Tan Press articles. The Committee will make recommendations to the Board for their review and decision. There are many questions regarding: needs of the community, funding approaches, the Community approval process, timelines, and the repurposing of existing space. We do not have all of the answers; however, the Board is aware that there are many questions about the expansion process and is working with the Committee to share information with residents. With each significant step in the process we will communicate with the members of the Community. If you have questions please submit them to Allan Converse at the email address below. The Planning Committee will respond to the questions as we have solid information to share.

Thank You,The Trilogy Planning CommitteeAllan Converse, [email protected]

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Clubs and Activities…The Clubs of Trilogy at Power Ranchangels Peggy hewitt 988-4867

arTisTs Tues & Thurs 8am Teri adams 988-5759 linda gallipo 289-9237

bingo 3rd sun 7pm Jeanette Page 773-6398

biTs & Pieces Thurs noon Kathy geyer 279-5062

bocce mon - sat 9am bob noe 632-1698

bowlers Fri 10am gail ballman 988-1888

briDge mon - Thurs, sat bill harrison 813-7683

bunco last mon 7pm bob Kellow 988-6296

ceramics wed, Thurs 9am Donna lunceford 988-5136

clogging mon 9:30am Pat lunne 471-8947

co. oF FrienDs 2nd, 4th wed marilyn ullman 279-1671

comPuTer 2nd Thurs 1 pm roger hoffman 626-5176

cooKing 1st sat breakfast Juanita eisler 279-0572

creaTiVe Designers Tues 9am barbara Jester 361-8322

euchre Tues 7pm noel livernois 840-1732 bob orner 988-0711

genealogy 2nd mon 1pm larinda larson 602-309-2408

hiKing Fri, Tues 7:45am steve halvorsen 620-6082

laDies golF (Tlga) Tues 1pm mira stojanovich 840-3090

line Dance Tues 1pm, 6:30pm mary ronalds 558-0800

mahJongg wed 12:30pm, Peggy michalski 247-2617 Thurs, Fri, noon

new yorK ronnie Dechiario 626-5133

QuilTers mon, Tues, Fri 9am nell Doll 988-1297

scraPbooKing wed 9am, Th 6pm Joanne amico 508-404-6989

singers mon 6:30pm adree sexauer 361-6355

singles 4th Fri 6:30pm barb bloomenstein 656-4020

social Dance 1st sat 9 am chris steigerwald 292-8293

sTaineD glass every day ron Davidson 279-4909

TaP Dance Thurs 9am nancy hettich 279-3745

Tennis 1st mon 4pm ruben nunez 988-4962

TheaTre 2nd sat 9am bob Krause 855-5976

TraVel Jean o’Donnell 726-8928

bingo monDay mon 11am ramona melot 279-0602

booK Discussion 1st Thurs 7pm gerri brooks 272-6970

FrienDs oF bill w Thurs 773-1656

illini grouP Don white 614-8449

iowa grouP Darrell smith 988-6967

KnighTs oF

columbus Tues 7pm Jim Porter 634-6393

KniT one &

crocheT Too Tues 9am Vickie allen 361-1870

men’s golF (Tmga) Pro shop 988-0400

men’s soFTball henry cook 699-2017

reD haT Tamales 3rd wed Jane Quimby 279-3570

chaVurah Juanita eisler 988-0006

TreKKers ron Davidson 437-4184

Clubs and Groups - we welcome your inputs so that the community can learn more about what is going on in your organization. Please send your inputs to BOTH [email protected] AND [email protected] by the 21st of each month. Inputs must be no longer than approximately 160 words, and must be in MS Word (.doc ... not .docx) format. Turn off all special formatting such as change tracking. Please do NOT send your inputs to the editor or to the COA office. Thanks!

Bingo ClubLOVE IS IN THE AIR!! Trilogy residents love Bingo. Congratulations to Barbara Chu on 10 years of committee involvement. Congratulations to the Bingo Club on another successful year. We will be celebrating our 10th Anniversary at Sunday evening bingo on February 17th. Join us for games, snacks, and 50/50 drawing. Last day to purchase a ticket is Friday, February 15, unless sold out. A ticket is required for entrance to Bingo. Tickets are not sold at the door. Ticket broker for selling or buying bingo tickets is Judy Joyner (480) 988-7858. Watch for the upcoming February Casino Trip to a favorite casino being planned by Doris Heistuman. Rumor is Turf Paradise will be in March followed by the annual spring trip to Laughlin. Bingo information is always on mytpr.com and the plasma screens. Ideas for future events or trips? Interested in being a part of our planning committee? Contact Jeanette Page (480-773-6398).

Bowling ClubFebruary is a month filled with unusual holidays. Why not join us on Fridays at the Brunswick XL Lanes to celebrate bowling. The lanes are located near the southeast corner of Gilbert Rd. and Warner. For only $4.25 you will have two games of bowling, shoe and ball rental and all the coffee and water you would like. We meet anywhere from 9 a.m. to starting time of 10 a.m. It’s always fun to arrive a few minutes early to meet new and old friends before the games begin. We do not record weekly results and have no established teams. Come join us for a March celebration of bowling.

Bridge ClubMemorial Tournament IIMarch 9th, 201311:00 AM- Catalina Card RoomEntry Fee of $10:00 will be accepted in advance or at the door.We will play both duplicate and party bridge.Please contact Arlean Levine, event chairman, @ [email protected].

The tournament is being held to celebrate the lives of passed members. All proceeds will be donated to Hospice of the East Valley.Tax deductible donations will gladly be accepted. Please make checks out to Trilogy Bridge Club or Hospice of the East Valley. Cash donations will be accepted at the door. Light refreshments will be served.

Bunco ClubFebruary is the month for Valentines, candy, f lowers (or both) and of course BUNCO. The Trilogy Bunco Club meets on the last Monday of each month. For February we will meet on Monday the 25th at 7:00 PM. All residents of Trilogy and guests age 21 and older are invited to join the FUN and EXCITEMENT by playing BUNCO. We charge a small fee of $5 per person each game night and you could be one of the lucky winners. Our membership is free and is open to both men and women. Any

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questions may be directed to Bob Kellow at 480-988-6296 or email to [email protected]. Come give it a try!Bob KellowClub President

Clogging ClubValentine’s Day – “Yea! MORE chocolate?”Want to keep those extra calories under control? Try “Clogging”!

On Monday, Feb. 11th, there will be a “Preview to Clogging” at 12:15. Come to the Ballroom, take a closer look at Clogging and see if it f its into your dance/exercise program. In January the SadieKat Stompers performed “Long Tall Texan” for their fellow Cloggers at the Tucson Clogging Convention. This year Scotty Bilz was the featured instructor. (See photo gallery) These fun workshops offer a way to learn new dances and new steps while re-uniting with old friends. Another workshop is coming up in Yuma on Feb. 16th. Great fun for everyone!

If you’d like more information on clogging and the upcoming workshops give Pat a call or check our club listing on mytpr. Hope to see you Feb. 11th. Bring a friend and experience one of America’s ‘most fun’ dance forms.

The only thing you have to lose… are pounds!

Creative DesignersBusy! Busy! Creative Designers is busy in preparation for our Spring Craft Boutique, scheduled for Friday, March 22 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. and Saturday March 23, from 9:00 am. to 1:00 pm...

If you’re wondering where the inspiration to create new and unique items for our craft sales comes from, wonder no more!... Stop by the Inspiration Studio any Monday between 9:00 and Noon, and see first-hand how easy it is to pull a project together. Our members are eager to help anyone interested in crafting and joining our club.

We are seeking new members and volunteers to assist us in making various items for underprivileged children in the area. Do you knit, crochet?...Won’t you make some hats and scarves for chilly mornings?… Do you sew? …Could you embellish a sweatshirt?... We will supply all materials needed.Does crafting intimidate you?.. No problem! Become a “Helping Hands Volunteer”. You can help at our craft sales and assist us in various ways. We need you!...

Euchre ClubEuchre meets on Tuesday nights, starting at 7pm. Newcomers need to sign up before playing for the first time. This can be done by coming to the card room on a Tuesday evening or contacting Roger Erickson ([email protected]) a week before you want to play. This ensures that we have 4 people for every table. First place winners in the last few months have been: Roger Johnson, Ilene Furr, Mike Adler and Sue Shanks.Interested players are welcome to join us in the card room on any Tuesday in order to observe our playing procedures. This is a very social group, whose members enjoy playing cards and having a good time.

Genealogy ClubThe February 2013 meeting of the Genealogy Club will be held on February 11, 2013, at 1:00 PM in the Catalina Card Room. The speaker for the February meeting will be Beverly Hayes-Hartnett, who is from the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). She is a past Regent of the Cactus Wren Chapter of the

DAR in Chandler and is the Arizona State Lineage Research Chairman. Beverly will make a presentation on the DAR and will provide insight into tracing your ancestors to the Revolutionary period of our country.

The Trilogy Genealogy Club meets the second Monday of the month at 1:00 PM in the Catalina Room. New members and visitors are always welcome. See www.mytpr.com for club schedule and other details. Members of the Genealogy Club are available to assist with research. Genealogy classes are also available during the year.

If you have additional questions about the club, please contact Larinda Larson, President, at [email protected].

Hiking ClubThe Trilogy Hiking Club leaves the clubhouse at 8 AM on Tuesdays and Fridays to explore area trails. Hikes vary in length from 3 miles to 9 miles. For information contact Steve Halvorsen at [email protected].

Iowa GroupThe IOWA GROUP will have their annual Potluck on Thursday Feb.7, at 4:30 p.m. in the Ballroom. All IOWANS or former IOWANS are invited. If you still have any school or college colors please feel free to wear them. Meat, coffee and water will be provided. The only thing you will need to provide is a side dish to be passed. You may also bring your beverage of choice. If you know of any other IOWANS please feel free to invite them. Please email questions to [email protected] or call Darrell at 988-6967.

Ladies Golf (TLGA)We continue to enjoy the wonderful weather here in Arizona and the golf has been terrific. The 18-holers continue to play on Tuesday mornings and the 9-holers have times on Wednesdays. Please contact the pro-shop for further information and tee times.

The Red & Blue Tournament will be held February 12, 2013. You can find the sign-up sheet in the pro-shop so sign up early.

The TLGA would also like to announce that we will be having our Guest Day Tournament on March 12, 2013 with a practice round to be held on March 11, 2013. Line up your guest and sign up early. Details and the sign-up sheet will be in the pro-shop.

We always welcome new players throughout the season so to all you Trilogy Ladies, SIGN UP NOW!!! Whatever your skill level, we have a spot for you. For more information please contact Peggy Watkins at 480-656-4116 for the 18-holers and Jane Kusy at 480-782-5879 for the 9-holers.

Mah JonggIf you haven’t played Mah Jongg, you gotta give it a try! It’s a fun, exciting game! And so easy! No need to know how to score…..the others’ll help, you’ll catch up later. You don’t even need your own set, several players already own one. Can you believe that the annual dues are only $5 bucks???!! Call Ruben 988-4962

Quilters ClubIt’s already February of 2013 and the Quilters are starting to prepare for their annual Spring Quilt Show, scheduled for April 13, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. There is no admission charge and the variety of quilts is always amazing. In addition to the quilts we feature a variety of handbags, totes and possibly hot pads and


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Clubs and Activities…other items for the kitchen. Quilting is not necessarily confined to quilts!

We always raff le off a quilt made by many hands, and this year it will be a lovely circle quilt. Watch for it to be on display in the clubhouse, as tickets will be going on sale as soon as it is f inished, and the winning ticket will be drawn the afternoon of the show.

We have added another charity to our growing list, and will soon be making f lannel quilts for children with life-threatening illnesses and please continue to donate your leftover cotton fabrics which are put to good use. Thank you for your past donations.

Scrapbook ClubStop in to see the wonderful Valentine cards our members create in February. Diane Gibbs from Stampin’Up is holding a Spring Fling on February 24 for any interested club members who wish to register.The Scrapbook Club meets every Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the Catalina Room and on most Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the café area. Please call Joanne Amico at 508-404-6989 or Mary Lee Smith at 480-244-8377 with any questions or stop in to see us any Wednesday morning or Thursday evening.

Singles ClubYes, February is the shortest month of the year, only 28 days. The Singles Club fills all those days with events to keep its members busy. For $10.00 each year you are able to partake of weekly functions to keep you on the go and meet new friends throughout the year. We go to brunches, dinners, stage performances, and much, much more.Won’t you come join us? We would love to have you join our group. Our next meeting is February 22nd at 6:30 in the Summit Studio. For more information call Barbara Copeland @ 480-585-3060 or e-mail @ [email protected].

Social DanceThere’s still time to get your tickets to the Annual Western Dance. The Western Electric Band, our favorite CW band, will perform again for our dancing and listening pleasure - April 6 at 7 p.m.

And it gets even better - if you don’t know the two step or maybe need a refresher; Bob Mummelthie, our unofficial dance instructor, will be giving lessons for easy to learn and fun dance steps. Lessons will be before the dance to help you enjoy the evening even more. Bob’s first lesson is March 28that 7p.m., the second on April 4th at 7 p.m. and the last one is before the dance, April 6th at 6:15 p.m. All this for the price of a dance ticket, $10!

This will be another super evening… Great band, Great dance music, Great dance lessons. How can it get any better? See you there! For further information on either the lessons or the dance, call Sonja or Carl at 480-988-0024.

Tap Dance ClubThe Trilogy Tappers enjoyed a wonderful Christmas/Holiday gathering in December. A special thank you goes to Penny Murphy and Mary Jane Duvick for organizing and fabulously decorating the entire room for our party. Penny also provided a beautiful gift for each Tap Club member. A thank you also goes to those who volunteered to help set-up and decorate the tables! We appreciate all of our volunteers throughout the year.Our Tappers are busy learning new dances for our next show in

2014. We never rest as two years goes by quickly! Our Director Nancy Hettich keeps us on our toes rehearsing both old and new routines to keep them fresh in our minds. It’s pretty good exercise for the brain as well as our feet!We wish you all a HAPPY VALENTINES DAY this month! For more information about the Tap Dance Club, contact Nancy Hettich at 480-279-3745 or [email protected].

Tennis Club February is a busy month for the Tennis Club. We will be hosting invitationals here for Sun Bird on the 9th and Mountain Brook on the 23rd. We will travel to Springfield on the 16th. Watch the bulletin board to sign up for these competitions.

As a club we are sponsoring The Keith Longbotham Trio performance on February 23. This country music show, with humor tossed in for good measure, is always popular, so get your tickets early. At $10.00 each they will go fast.

On a daily basis, we have something for everyone. There are time slots for playing sets, open courts for round robin, men’s and women’s leagues, the ball machine and lessons offered by several coaches. To learn more, check out the bulletin board, stop by the courts during open play or attend our meeting on the first Monday of the month at 4:00 p.m. in the Catalina Card Room. New members are always welcome.

Theatre ClubThings are moving along with the upcoming “Senior Follies” play in March. Rehearsals, and set building is moving smoothly. We still need volunteers to help with other “odd” jobs...so sign up to help. Everyone enjoyed the Hale Theatre presentation of “Forever Plaid” AND we are looking for more exciting shows to see in the future. We are sold out for our trip to the “Follies” in March. Exciting things are always happening with the Theatre Club. We meet the first Saturday of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Catalina Card Room. Coffee and doughnuts are served. See you there.

Travel ClubTravel where? Come to the Friday, February 15, TRILOGY TRAVEL EXPO in the ballroom, 12:30 to 5:00 p.m. Exhibitors from your favorite travel companies plus ones that may be new will share information about the trips they are taking in 2013 and 2014. The Grand Door Prize is two tickets on the Grand Canyon Railway. To enter you must get an RSVP ticket from the box office. The ticket will be exchanged at the EXPO for a door prize ticket. See you there!

All residents are invited to the next general meeting on Thursday, February 7, at 6:30 p.m. in the Card Room. Light desserts will be served and information about potential trips will be shared. Membership is not required to attend. For more information contact Jean O’Donnell, [email protected] or 480-726-8928.

Trilogy SingersThe Trilogy Singers would love to have you sing with us every Monday night at 6:30 in the ballroom. Many of us are not even able to read music but we have a desire to sing. Jackie Borreson, our director and Kathy Peterson, our pianist, rally around us; to maintain a steady f low of vocal harmony. Our yearly dues of $12.00 help to pay for music books and catered events.

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Bingo Club 10th AnniversaryRoger Page

Ten years ago, on Feb. 20th, 2003, the Trilogy Bingo Club sponsored its first Sunday night event with 84 people in attendance and gave out $600 in prize money for ten games of bingo. In ten short years, the club has grown to the point where they have an average of over 200 people participating monthly for $2,000 in prizes. The first game winner in 2003 won $40, now the smallest prize is $125 and the bonus jackpot game paid $406 last December.

Four friends from Maryland, New York, Indiana, and California who loved to play bingo asked the COA for permission to organize and run bingo on a monthly basis. It is noteworthy that over the following ten year period, the bingo club has failed to host bingo only one time and that was to avoid a conf lict with Father’s Day last June. Of the four original founding members, only Barbara Chu remains on the committee after Bev Hardin, Arlene Pogar, and Stephanie Zito moved away. Today, in addition to Barb (former secretary), committee members include: Jeanette Page, President; Doris Heistuman, Vice-President; Judy Joyner, Secretary; Loretta Richardson, Treasurer; and Jeanette Pard (former treasurer).

Over time, the bingo club has expanded from just hosting bingo nights to hosting bus trips to casinos and Turf Paradise Race Track at the request of the COA. The club also sponsors two annual 3-day casino trips to Laughlin and Las Vegas for the enjoyment of our Trilogy residents. All of the bus trips are well-attended with 40-50+ residents participating in both the day-long trips and the three day trips. In October of 2011, a record 102 people took two buses to Sam’s Town in Las Vegas for three days and had a wonderful time and a few people even returned as winners.

The Trilogy Bingo Club is a community service club helping to provide entertainment activities for all interested community residents and constantly trying to meet the varying needs and interests of the people of Trilogy. For example, this past December, the club hosted a day-long bus trip that included stops at Cliff Castle Casino in Camp Verde, Whiskey Row and the Gingerbread Village in Prescott, and a night tour of the Valley of the lights that 50 residents participated in.

The bingo, casino and other activities are provided by the Bingo Club at absolutely no cost to the community with funds coming from fees charged to participants of the various activities and money earned from games, trips, and 50/50 raff les. In addition to the many events hosted by the bingo club, they have used their funds to purchase a bingo f lashboard at a cost of $10,700 to improve the bingo experience for everyone. They also give out $250-$500 worth of gift cards to bingo participants every other month and make donations to worthy organizations in the

community such as the Gilbert Fire and Police Departments.

Sunday night Bingo still costs only $10 per person to play, but game prizes have more than tripled over the past ten years. During the winter months, the 260 available tickets usually sell out. Game prizes range from $125-$300 per game, the 50/50 raff le often pays $250-$350, and the bonus game coverall can pay from $250 to more than $400. In addition, to the games, the $10 entry fee provides access to munchies such as pretzels, candy, and cookies and the opportunity to get to know your Trilogy neighbors. Water is also sold by the club, or participants can bring their own non-alcoholic drinks.

Members of the Bingo Committee put in many long hours in preparing for the Sunday Night games, planning, scheduling, and organizing fun bus trips, contacting bus companies and casinos, and trying to find the best deals for our residents. Committee members receive no reimbursement for their time and pay for bus trips just as other Trilogy residents do. They serve because they want to help provide the opportunities that make this a desirable active adult community in which to live. The Bingo Committee often works with other community organizations to avoid schedule conf licts and provide trip planning suggestions. There is always plenty of work to go around. At this time, we only have six committee members as several previous members have had to rearrange priorities after serving long terms on the committee. If anyone is interested in serving on the committee or helping out with Sunday Night Bingo or bus trips, please call Jeanette Page (480-773-6398).

From humble beginnings, the Bingo Club has grown into one of the largest and most active clubs in Trilogy. In ten short years, the bingo club has become an integral part of this community and continues to provide entertainment several times monthly on an annual basis. From a group of four friends that wanted to play bingo regularly has grown an organization that serves many Trilogy residents with a variety of entertainment options. With the community’s interest and assistance, the Bingo Club will continue to grow and provide activities for our residents.


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If folks who collect items of a similar nature consider their collections treasures, then Barbara Copeland deserves to call her collection of dolls just that: treasures. Barbara’s collection of handmade cloth dolls of four Revolutionary War icons were handed down to Barb by her mother-in-law and her mother-in law’s sister as mementos.

Barbara believes these dolls were made about 1940 as mementos to be passed down through the familial generations. The dolls are truly extraordinary in their construction. They are made of cloth and represent Betsy Ross, George Washington, Alexander Hamilton and Benjamin Franklin. The detail in the facial construction and clothing is what makes them so unique. Each doll has all facial features beautifully constructed of cloth. The clothing is extremely detailed representing the fashion of the times and constructed with linings. The f lag on the Betsy Ross’ lap is sewn with individual strips of red and white cloth with a beautiful star detail in the left corner. The sewing box, rocking chair and table were also made by a family member. It’s no wonder these dolls are to be passed down and treasured by future generations of Barbara’s family.

Barbara also collects Native American artifacts. She has an authentic Red Hawk intertribal long bow and what she believes is a replica of the decorative arrow and beads from the Iroquois attached to it. She also has a tomahawk peace pipe made of bone, as well as a piece of authentic Native American pottery. Barbara’s love of dolls extends to the Kachina dolls of the Native Americans of the Southwest—she has quite a few of them displayed above the cupboards in her kitchen. Barbara says she purchased them from stores here in the southwest. While not original or authentic, they provide much decorative beauty and the opportunity for appreciation of Native American craftsmanship. I am sure the recipients of these collections as they are handed down through the familial generations will be delighted to have them!

Collectors CornerJulann Evans

28 February 2013

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Meet Your NeighborsHelene Shear

Dennis and Pat met when they were just 15 years old and high school students in Rockford, Illinois. Pat relates that Dennis had an unusual approach to courting—he brought her a kitten! Even though her dad wasn’t pleased, apparently Dennis’ strategy worked.

The Palmers were married in 1962. Dennis started his own accounting firm and Pat worked as a nurse. Their son Mike was born in 1967. But their lives took a dramatic turn in 1978 when Dennis and Pat visited the Southern Baptist Foreign Mission Board in Richmond, Virginia to inquire about mission possibilities. As it turned out, that was the same day that the mission’s treasurer in Taiwan was resigning, a position for which Dennis was especially suited, and at the end of that year Dennis, Pat and Mike were on their way to Taiwan.

According to Dennis, that f light was unique in that it was the last one to arrive in Taipei, Taiwan’s capital, prior to the U.S. simultaneously establishing relations with mainland China, and breaking them off with the Chinese island nation of Taiwan. Fortunately this had little effect on their lives or work, Dennis serving in an administrative capacity, while Pat taught English as a Second Language and led bible studies.

In 1984 the Palmers returned to Rockford, where Mike completed high school. Dennis again started an accounting and payroll service, and was also Director of Finance at their church before retiring. For eight years, Pat was the Executive Director of three Crisis Pregnancy Centers and finished her career as Executive Director of Programs at the Rockford Rescue Mission.

In planning for their retirement, Pat and Dennis said they agreed that although their parents retired in the Southwest, the desert wasn’t for them. However, on Thanksgiving weekend 2004 they were visiting son Mike, daughter-in-law Tammy and their sons

Andrew and Jake in Mesa, and “just for the fun of it” would see what was available.

The real estate agent took them to Trilogy and five hours later they had purchased a home!

They moved here on February 1, 2006 and love the life style, living near those of similar age and interests. They have made many good friends here and plan to stay. “This is home!” says Pat.

They may have changed their mind about the desert, but they wisely spend summers in Arizona’s White Mountains. They’re part of the Trilogy Trekkers and have a Park Model on the Lakeside side of Pinetop/Lakeside.

The Palmers have been volunteering as CASAs (Court-Appointed Special Advocates) for a child in the foster care system. They are also trained as Arizona Disaster Relief Workers and worked in Louisiana and Texas. Pat serves on the Executive Board at Hope Women’s Center and trains volunteers there.

Dennis has become a stained glass enthusiast since coming to Trilogy and their home is filled with his creations. And Pat is among the published authors here—her meditations book, Minutes for Life was published in 2002 and she’s written an e-book, Father Hunger.

To celebrate their 50th anniversary last fall, Dennis and Pat went on a 28 day cruise to Hawaii, Samoa, Bora Bora and Tahiti. They said they loved it so much they plan to do it again in 50 years. Maybe they mean they prefer hanging around Trilogy?

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Shriners Hospitals…Angels In Waiting

Mary Pat O’Brien

The self less generosity that prevails among our Trilogy residents never ceases to amaze me. Such was the case when we recently got a call from Paul Reynolds, a Trilogy resident who is the recorder for the El Zaribah Shriners in Phoenix. Most of us have probably heard of the Shriners and maybe even attended some of their charitable events but Paul’s sole purpose in asking to meet with us was to talk about the services that the shrine hospitals offer free of charge to children from birth up to age 18.

The United States Shriners Organization was founded in 1870 by Masons in New York City and was led by Walter Fleming, a doctor, and William J. “Billy” Florence, an actor. The initial meeting of Mecca Shriners, the first temple established in the U.S., was held September 26, 1872. Today there are approximately 500,000 members in the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Republic of Panama.

The Shriners were originally a social organization but in the late 1800s instances of their philanthropic works were more frequent and totally took off in the 1900s. Now there are 22 hospitals – 18 orthopedic, 3 burn hospitals and 1 hospital that provides orthopedic, burn and spinal cord injury care. The Shrine hospitals have significantly helped or cured more than 700,000 children since the first one opened in 1922.

Paul stated several times that his purpose was not to ask for donations but just to make our Trilogy residents aware of the tremendous benefits that exist within the Shriners organization, should any of the residents have grandchildren eligible for this service. The Shriners receive no government assistance but raise all of their operating funds through their own fund raisers or from private donations. Paul shared that one Shriner member who happened to win the lottery donates a couple of million dollars annually to the Shrine organization. The Shriner members receive no salary for their charitable works, resulting in 97% of the donations going directly to the hospitals.

If anyone knows of a child that might benefit from these services, the initial step would be to get the forms and fill out the paperwork. These can be obtained by calling the Shriners Office at 602-231-0300 and asking for Barbara. After the paperwork is completed and submitted, the candidate’s parent will be contacted to bring the child in for a preliminary examination for a scheduled hospital visit. Once the child is accepted into the system, the Shrine hospital doctor will determine at which hospital the child would best be treated and the Shrine will pay for airfare for both the child and one parent. In addition, they also cover one parent’s food and lodging while their child is at the specified hospital. Once again, Paul reiterated that his purpose for our meeting was to get their name out there and state their goal of helping the children; it was not an appeal for donations. There is no financial criterion for the children that are accepted into the Shriners system.

Someone might question why a person would do this. It is not for a material reward. The Shriner members share a camaraderie that results in deep friendships and good fellowship. Their only payment for all of their good works is the improved health of the children their hospitals treat on an on-going basis. Some of their fundraisers include the Shrine Circus, fish fries, concerts, car shows and fishing tournaments, and Bingo. They also rent out their Shrine Ballroom which can accommodate up to 3500 guests. They call their fundraisers, “fun with a purpose, supporting the important mission of Shriners Hospitals for Children.”

Another annual fundraiser, which has earned millions of dollars since its inception in San Francisco in 1925, is their East-West Shrine College All-Star Game. All players are encouraged to visit the patients in the Shrine Hospital so they fully recognize the purpose of the game. The motto for this game is “Strong Legs Run So Weak Legs May Walk.”

We’ve only touched on the surface of all of the good work done by the Shriners but I strongly recommend that you go online to read more of the fascinating history of this marvelous organization and, by all means, if you know someone who can benefit from this generous service, start the process.

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Albertson’s StampsHelp the Needy

Mary Pat O’Brien

Several of us were in the café a few weeks ago having our usual cup of coffee after our morning walk when Judy Siegel, Café Director, came over and asked us to help her wrap some cookware that she had collected for needy families with stamps residents had donated from Albertsons’ latest promotion. The high quality cookware that Judy was able to trade the stamps in for was Cuisinart Chef ’s Classic Stainless. A lot of the café food supplies are purchased at Albertsons and Judy said the idea to ask residents to donate their stamps for those less fortunate materialized about five years ago when Albertsons’ initiated their “stamps for merchandise” program.

I was aware that Judy spearheaded these drives among Trilogy residents whenever Albertsons ran this type of promotion but I never realized how our cumulative efforts could add up to such positive results. Previously I had just assumed that my few stamps wouldn’t make a difference but I was wrong; every donated stamp counts toward providing needy families with some of the comforts that we take for granted in our own lives. The face value of the donations shown in this picture was around $10,000 and the program had four more weeks to run at that time so Judy was still collecting stamps to redeem for more merchandise. Of course, most folks don’t pay face value for these items with the likes of Ross, T.J.Maxx, Marshalls etc. at our disposal, but it is still a staggering figure and just goes to show that when we work together our efforts can produce amazing results. Your donation, no matter how small, does

make a difference. The important thing to remember is that whether you donate one stamp or 100, each one counts and helps collectively to support the less fortunate. Sometimes it just takes one more stamp to fill a book. I know in the future I will make a concerted effort to assure that I’m not the person preventing the redemption of one more item for the cause.

Another important fact is that the products are always of a high quality. Various items which were redeemed in the past were Rosenthal China, Sheffield Knives, and Cuisinart electric appliances. Some of the organizations who have benefited from these stamp drives are The House of Refuge East, the Commissary and the Gilbert and Higley School districts. Judy wanted to take this opportunity not to only stress the importance of your stamp donations but to thank each and every resident who has contributed to the cause. She did, however, ask that we stay aware of the expiration date of the programs to make sure that we do hand in the stamps in time for redemption. The stamps can be dropped off at the café during business hours either with Judy or any of the volunteers working there.

At this time we’re not sure when Albertsons will have their next promotion but please stay tuned for it and remember, “Little things really do mean a lot.”

Thanks for your continuous generosity.


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Black History Month FactsMelodie Coons

February 1st marks the beginning of Black History Month, a month dedicated to remembering and celebrating the accomplishments, history, and

triumphs of the black American culture.

According to biography.com/blackhistory, Dr. Carter G. Woodson and Rev. Jesse E. Mooreland wanted to highlight the often overlooked role black people played in both American and world history. They co-founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History. Their hope was that this organization would instill in their race a sense of pride.

Later, in 1920, Woodson founded “Negro History Week” while he was a member of the Omega Psi Phi fraternity at Harvard University. Wilson became the second black person to receive a degree from Harvard. He chose February as the month for celebration to honor Abraham Lincoln, the designer of the Emancipation Proclamation, and Frederick Douglas a leading abolitionist.

Black History Month is widely celebrated and recognized throughout the month of February.

The following are some interesting facts about inf luential African Americans according to biography.com/blackhistory.• African-AmericansurgeonCharlesR.Drewisoftencredited

with the invention of the first large-scale blood bank.• AfricanAmericanmechanicalengineer,DavidCrosthwait,Jr.

created the hearing systems for Rockefeller Center and New York’s Radio City Music Hall.

• In1899,African-AmericangolffanDr.GeorgeFranklinGrantreceived a patent for the world’s first golf tee. Grant, however, never marketed his invention, instead giving his tees away to friends and fellow golfers.

• Dr.MaulanaKargenacreatedtheAfrican-Americanholiday,Kwanza in 1966.

• African-AmericaninventorGarrettAugustusMorgancreatedthe gas mask—then became renowned for using his mask to save workers trapped in a toxic fume-filled tunnel. He also invented the automatic traffic light.

• JazzdrummerWilliam“Cozy”ColebrokeBillboardrecordsin1958 with his single “Topsy,” when it became the only drum solo to sell more than one million records.

• ComedianBillCosby’s1984sitcom,TheCosbyShow,becamethe highest-ranking sitcom for five years in a row. The program aired eight years.

• MusiclegendArethaFranklinisoneofthemosthonoredartistsin Grammy Award history, with 20 wins to date.

• African-AmericanLewisLatimerworkedwithThomasEdisonto develop the electric light bulb.

• African-AmericanAndrewJ.Beardinventedtherotaryengine.• In1980,singerMichaelJacksonsecuredthehighestroyaltyrate

in the music industry – 37 percent of the album’s profit.

There are many more interesting facts about African-Americans to be found on biography.com/blackhistory. I would also encourage you to visit your library to obtain more literature about Black History Month. In this wide and vast conglomerate of a country, it is important to recognize the contributions of African-Americans in making us such a great nation. Happy Black History Month.

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American Heart Month

Julann Evans

Our nation dedicates a number of months of the year in observance of history or causes, but I had never heard of American Heart Month until it was mentioned as a possibility for a “healthy living” topic in our magazine. There are a number of somewhat frivolous monthly celebrations for February (have you ever heard of Snack Food Month?) but American Heart Month truly addresses an issue of national health concern. The mission statement of American Heart Month is as follows:

“During American Heart Month, we honor the health professionals, researchers, and heart health ambassadors whose dedication enables countless Americans to live full and active lives. This month, let us rededicate ourselves to reducing the burden of heart disease by raising awareness, taking steps to improve our own heart health, and encouraging our colleagues, friends, and family to do the same.”

It seems appropriate to dedicate a month to such awareness when statistics indicate that heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, causing one in three deaths each year, and it kills more women than men at an average of one death per minute. Further, heart disease kills more women than all kinds of cancer combined. These statistics are not mentioned to undermine the statistics of male heart disease; they are mentioned because they are surprising to me. I would not have surmised that heart disease kills more women than men.

Treatment of heart disease includes medications and surgical procedures. Medications to lower blood pressure, or cholesterol, are familiar to many in the over 55 age group. Some surgical procedures have become common. Angioplasty is used to clear blockages in the arteries. Coronary artery bypass is another surgical procedure in which a vein from another part of the body (usually a leg) is used to bypass the blocked section of the artery. Open heart surgery is used to

repair heart defects.

Less common but also life extending is transplantation. Medical science in this procedure has come a long way. The first human heart transplant was performed in South Africa by Dr. Christian Bernard on December 3, 1967 on Lewis Washkansky. After the surgery he was given drugs to suppress his immune system and keep his body from rejecting the heart. Unfortunately, these drugs also left him susceptible to sickness and 18 days later he died from double pneumonia. Until his death, however, Washkansky’s new heart had functioned normally.

In the 1970s better transplantation drugs made transplantation more viable and today 2,000 to 2,500 transplants a year are performed I n the U.S. Transplant recipients often survive at least a decade after the procedure if they are under age 55 at the time of the operation and if the operation is performed in a hospital that performs at least nine heart transplants per year. Data collected by the United Network of Organ Sharing from over 22,000 adults in the U.S. who underwent the procedure between 1987 and 1999 indicated that 10 years after transplantation, approximately half of all patients were still alive. Further examination identified factors that seem to predict at least 10 years of life following the procedure. Many factors determine survival rate. The longest surviving patient is John McCafferty of Britain who has survived 30 years! I am sure we honor the ongoing work of dedicated medical professionals who constantly seek improvement in medications and surgical procedures as well as studying factors that contribute to heart disease.

Unless we are born with a congenital heart defect, our lifestyles can greatly contribute to a healthy heart. We have frequently heard or read we should strive for a diet consisting mainly of antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables, and omega-3 fatty acids (fish and nuts). Moderately intense physical exercise of just 60 to 90 minutes a week can reduce heart disease risk by up to half ! ! It seems obvious now that we should not smoke and should limit alcohol consumption. In February we also celebrate Valentine’s Day, and while I have no proof of this, I think showing others how much you love them is good for your heart, too!


This article has been requested as a repeat article since the problem is still very evident to the home owners in Trilogy. Many people are still dismayed at the number

of rabbits and the destruction they have caused in our yards. Since chicken wire has been prohibited, the following suggestions may hopefully provide some solutions.

There are some items that can be spread on the soil to repel the rabbit without damaging the garden. Some of the most common are ground hot and black pepper, chili powder, talcum powder, crushed limestone, wood ashes, and blood meal. Most of these are readily available at the grocery store, or hardware centers. Rabbits are very sensitive to smell and they will leave immediately out of fear. If you have a dog, the smell of the dog will deter them from your yard. If you can find a friend with a dog, collect the hair from a brushing and spread it around your f lowers. You need to remember that your sprinkler system may wash away each application, so you will have to be diligent.

Rabbits do not like garlic, onions, or marigolds. Planting these plants around your other plants acts as a protective barrier. Alternative solutions to be used in conjunctio n are setting up fake dogs, snakes, or owls around your garden or yard. These animals are natural predators of rabbits and can effectively scare them away and keep them from coming back. Another simple trick is to place empty soda bottles

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around with the tops poking out. You secure them by digging a hole and only allowing 2 to 3 inches to show above the ground. Rabbits fear the sound they make when the wind whistles through them.

Now on to discuss the problem of feral cats. We have all seen these cats around Trilogy and wonder what can be done to keep them from becoming a pest in our yards. First do not feed them. If you or a neighbor does feed them you will never get rid of them. Do not leave your dog’s food outside as it becomes a free meal for the cats. If they are making a home on your patio, place lavender plants around the perimeter or on the patio. The cats do not like the smell of lavender. You can also spray with a mixture of pepper around your patio edge or garden to discourage them. The use of a motion sensitive sprinkler may discourage them from coming into your yard. Make your yard feel as unwelcome as possible by putting pinecones around the garden or sharp rocks to make walking uncomfortable. You can also contact the local ASPCA for the use of humane traps. They will advise you what their policy is concerning the feral cat.

Our next pest to repel is field mice and rats. Much of the same advice about leaving food out relates to these critters also. Another thing to remember is to the check the perimeter of your house to find any small holes or cracks these critters enter by. Traps are usually your best defense, but if you have pets of your own, be sure to place them away from their territory. One suggestion I read was to put out dry instant potato f lakes for them to eat. The f lakes expand in their stomachs and kill them. Mice and rats are vermin and carry many diseases and should be controlled.

Now that we are seeing the land on Recker road being developed, you may see more of these critters as their habitat has been destroyed. I hope some of these suggestions will be helpful. Good luck!

38 February 2013

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The Right StuffAudrey Korinek

For many years the San Tan Press Magazine has had inserts “stuffed” into the monthly magazine. That era has passed. No longer will you see the

many f lyers inserted into the magazine. Our new magazine is called TRILOGY AT POWER RANCH (SAN TAN PRESS). This is a full color magazine printed on glossy paper and will be delivered monthly (via U.S. Mail) to all homes within Trilogy.

But, let’s get back to the “stuffing”. This process has been handled by volunteers who diligently came out on “stuffing” day at 8:30 a.m. (once a month) to collate and insert the f lyers into the magazine. This has been a daunting job and those volunteers are to be commended for their loyalty. There were usually about 10-12 inserts each month. However, the January, 2013 issue had TWENTY-ONE (21), yes, TWENTY-ONE INSERTS. Eighteen (18) tables were set up in the Sierra Room to accommodate this task. The photos will give you an idea of what needed to be done to accomplish this.

There were two coordinators. Julann Evans and Pam Vander Heyden. Julann took care of notifying the volunteers when the “stuffing” would take place. She also communicated with the office to ascertain when magazines would be delivered. Pam would arrange the inserts on the tables and monitor when “stuffers” needed more inserts. Also, they both helped with the collating whenever possible. Three men graciously helped. They are Larry Brewer, Herman Vander Heyden and Vinnie Prucha.

They moved the magazines from the pallets and then moved the “stuffed” magazines to the completed pile.

There were 41 names of volunteers on the email list who offered their assistance when their schedule permitted. Their presence and labor to make this a reality is greatly appreciated.

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40 February 2013

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The Human Capacity for Resilience

Gerri Brooks

The last few months after the devastating storms, the loss of lives and homes, and the violent deaths of children and their defenders in Connecticut,

quotes such as “These are the times that try men’s souls,” and “If it doesn’t kill you, it’ll make you stronger,” keep going through my mind. But still I ask myself how do you keep going with the pain and sorrow of it all? Psychologists say when people suffer through and survive terrible traumatic, negating, and even life threatening situations, they find some method to bounce back. Research suggests that most people recover from most losses and most traumas most of the time. Yet being aware of this rarely spares us from suffering when such losses and traumas occur.

When I was young and filled with a sense of invulnerability that comes with youth, I thought that resilience was up to the individual. Getting knocked down, I could get back up again, because I was smart, young, and psychologically tough. I knew I could find my way through even the most serious problems. Growing up in the South in the 50s was no walk in the park, believe me. You had to let noxious situations bounce off as if you were made of rubber. I learned to use my defense mechanisms to enable the endurance of untenable and toxic experiences and preserve the possibility of a new life. In a sense, the self goes underground for protection, waiting for the right time to heal. But having had to recover from major hardships, such as spousal loss, can take years of adjustment. Now that I’ve been through the battle, I realize that to function in new circumstances, you have to be able to change your expectations and view of the world.

Ken Page is a psychologist who writes that his dad is a holocaust survivor; “He survived with the help of others and through his own fierce will, anger, and bravery.” As a child, I would wonder and worry about whether I’d have the power to survive something so terrible. I’ll never forget the sense of relief I felt after the answer he gave me. ‘Worrying about that question is futile,’ he said. “Don’t even try to imagine how you’d handle a holocaust, because in the face of a crisis like that, you’d become someone else—someone with a strength you couldn’t even picture or imagine now.”

In our community, at our age, we are often faced with situations that seem impossible to overcome, but I am amazed at the resilience of some of our residents who say, “I don’t see my situation as bad, I see it as interesting. You can sit around and say it’s not supposed to be this way, but in the end, what good does that do if you can’t change it? Accept what you can’t change, and change your expectations.”

To me the least known and most wonderful thing about resilience is that we are all capable of it. Change, growth, and understanding are always possible. When the ocean is calm, after all, every boat can stay af loat. But in a storm, you can see what they’re really made of.

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Reverse Mortgages… Good Idea or Bad Idea?

Ron Rodgers

What do Henry Winkler, Fred Thompson, and Robert Wagner all have in common (besides a dearth of starring roles)? They are all hawking

reverse mortgages on TV advertisements. So what’s the deal with these? This article will endeavor to describe the pros and cons of using your home as a financial instrument.

First let’s explore the reverse mortgage requirements and qualifications. The reverse mortgage, as it is called, is really an FHA program known as Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM). To be eligible you must meet the personal, property and financial prerequisites set forth in the program. Personal qualifications are:

The owner must be 62 years or older

• Ownyourhomeoutrightorhavesubstantialequity• Occupythehomeasyourprincipleresidence• Youmustnotbedelinquentonanyfederaldebt• Youmustattendacompulsoryconsumerinformationclass

Property qualifications are:• ThepropertymustbeasinglefamilydwellingorHUD

approved condominium• Itmaybea2-4unitpropertywiththeownerlivinginone

unit• AmanufacturedhomethatmeetsFHAstandards

Financial requirements are:• Verificationoftimelypaymentsofinsuranceandproperty

taxes• Income,assets,monthlylivingexpenses,andcredithistory

will be verified

Once you and the property qualify you may select one of five payment plans:• Tenure – equal monthly payments as long as one owner lives

and continues to occupy the home• Term – equal monthly payments for a fixed period of months• Line of credit – unscheduled payments at a time and amount

of your choosing• Modified tenure – a blend of scheduled monthly payments

and line of credit• Modified term – combination of line of credit and fixed

monthly payments for a specified number of months

If you and your home are eligible for an HECM and you believe it is an option for you, the next item to contemplate is the cost of borrowing. There are many permissible fees which probably explains why these lenders spend so much money on celebrity endorsers and TV air time. These fees include an initial mortgage insurance fee of up to 2% of the appraised value of the property. Plus you may be charged a 1.25% annual premium



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Ourbased upon the loan balance. There is also an origination fee based upon the loan amount which can be as high as $6,000. Third party fees such as title search, title insurance, appraisal, inspection, survey, recording fees, credit check, and mortgage servicing fee can run the costs upwards of $10,000 to $15,000.

Now that you have a rudimentary concept of requirements and costs, we may now consider the pros and cons of the HECM or reverse mortgage.

Pros• Generatesmonthlyorlumpsum

income• Cannotget“upsidedown”• Loanproceedsarenottaxable• Interestratemaybelowerthan

traditional home equity or mortgage loans

• Allowstheownertostayinthehomewith no additional monthly payment

• Hasnoprepaymentpenalty

Cons• Highfees• Theloanbalancemaygetlargerover

time thereby reducing equity in the home

• Somegovernmentassistanceprogramsmay be affected if too much funding is withdrawn in any one time period

• Alonghospitalornursinghomestaycould force sale of the home due to occupancy requirement

• Doesnotallowaccruedinteresttobe deducted on taxes until the loan becomes due

• Couldpreventyoufromhavingequity to liquidate in the future

• Maybecomedueandpayableinfullif certain terms of the mortgage are violated

If you are contemplating a reverse mortgage, seek the advice of a financial planner who does not sell reverse mortgages, an elder law attorney, and/or a certified reverse mortgage counselor. Do your own research and scrutinize all your options. There are abundant free resources available to increase your comprehension. AARP offers information, HUD Office of Housing Counseling is another, and the National Council on Aging provides advice as well.

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Ask Mike The Pharmacist Mike Gengenbacher

Well, here it is, February and still all of my Christmas bills aren’t paid off. And, another problem with the holidays is something I can carry all year, Belly Fat. Today I’m going to try to help both myself and certain (nameless) residents with this same problem. Or how to lose that spare tire, or in my case, the entire set.

A spare tire is a good thing if you have a f lat, but who really wants one around the middle. Too much of a good thing can be linked to a number of health issues. The fat that surrounds the mid-part of your body tends to wrap itself around your internal organs. Belly fat is also called visceral fat, and unlike the fat that lies right under your skin, is more harmful.

Studies show that too much can lead to problems such as heart disease, diabetes, fatty liver disease, breast cancer and even depression. It can also be linked to bad cholesterol (LDL) and a decrease in good cholesterol (HDL). It’s also linked to insulin resistance which means that your body can ignore the insulin it produces naturally. This can lead to insulin dependent diabetes where an increase in insulin is needed to activate the normal response of the body.

How can you really tell? Simple, look in the mirror. Are you shaped like an apple or a pear? If you carry excess weight around your middle, you’re an apple. I can’t say what type, McIntosh, Golden Delicious or Granny Smith, that’s for you to decide. If you store most of your excess below the waist, in the buttocal area or abdomen, you are a pear. The apple group has the excess belly fat. Another way to check if the mirror is broken, especially after looking at it, is if your waist size is larger than your hip size. Just take a tape measure and measure around your waist at the belly button. Then measure at the top of the hip bone. Larger belly is equated with belly fat. There is also available on the internet what’s called a BMI indicator.

Now, what can we do about this? It isn’t easy!! First thing is to get moving. I know, you’ve heard this before but it is the easiest way to begin. Aim for 30 minutes a day. Almost any type of activity counts. Walking, vacuuming, yard or garden work, going to a mall (fate worse than death), almost any activity other than sitting on your donkey. If you walk, add a light weight to your activity, carry a couple bottles of water in your pockets, it all counts.

Second is to eat less refined or white foods. Whole grain breads or cereals, whole grain pasta and brown rice fit well into everyday life. Bottom line is that all of the old clichés still are accurate. It’s the old saying; the outgo has to be more than the income. I know this doesn’t apply to the government, but in losing belly fat it does. Something simple like cutting portion size. I have found that even using smaller plates helps. Psychologically you think you get an entire plate where you really don’t.

Stop smoking, boy has that been preached enough already. Did you know that smoking can lead to insulin resistance? That can lead to an increase in belly fat. Stress and sleep can also help in this situation. Stress levels can lead to an increase in an item called “cortisol” that can move fat from other parts of your body to your mid-section. I know, nobody here ever gets stressed, but if it were to happen there are a couple of easy ways to defeat it. Yoga, deep breathing, massage, meditation and what I call “going to your happy place” can all help with stress. Now, how can sleep help with belly fat? It’s ironic that too much or too little sleep can affect this. About 6 to 8 hours is “normal.”

Another way to help is to increase your soluble fiber and to choose healthy fats. Research shows that for every 10 grams of soluble fiber, belly fat decreases four percent. What are soluble fibers? Sources include oatmeal, beans, apples, broccoli, carrots and citrus fruits. Not all fats are bad for you. There are healthy fats such as canola oil, olive oil, nuts, and avocados. All of these are high in calories so watch the portion size.

Now, what doesn’t work? It would be great to just suck out all of your extra fat. While liposuction is a way to trim those “love handles” and slim down those jiggly places, it’s not a smart way to get rid of belly fat. Studies show that in the long run, belly fat can actually increase after one of these treatments. Experts don’t actually know why but believe it has to do with fat moving back to an area that was artificially changed.

HERE I GO AGAIN WITH THE BOTTOM LINE. It isn’t easy. But as I have said to me, myself and I (all three of us), you didn’t add these additional pounds in a week, so don’t expect to get rid of them in a week Always remember, just as I tell my wife, the income has to be less that the outgo.

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Diamonds may be a girl’s best friend, but I fail to see how a diamond tennis bracelet is of any use on the tennis court. Chocolates are always appreciated and quickly devoured, but they do add weight that might slow one down. Flowers are so romantic, but they only last a few days and then are gone.

What I really want for Valentine’s Day is all your empty aluminum cans. Just bring them to court three any time that’s convenient for you. They will help the tennis club get closer to some long-term goals for amenities to the courts. It will cost you nothing and save you raises in COA dues. You will be doing good and feeling good. It’s great for the environment. Remember that aluminum can be recycled indefinitely and never loses its versatility. It’s a win-win gift with no down side. So, be a good Valentine and GO GREEN.

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44 February 2013

Desert Gardening for February

Your garden may be showing the effects of the winter frost we have had to date. Most of the plants will come back. The most important thing to remember is not to trim them too early. You should wait until new growth appears before removing all of the dead stock. Those that do not make it can be replaced with a new plant that you have never tried before. This is what gardening is all about.

February to Do List:Even though the temperatures are rising there is always a chance of a late frost. Our temperature is always lower than Sky Harbor, so keep that in mind when watching the weather. Be prepared to cover frost sensitive plants.

Trees/Shrubs1. Fertilize fruit, nut, and shade trees, shrubs and vines.2. Clean out dead wood.3. Shape your ornamental shrubs so the new growth will fill

in the bare branches and holes left from pruning.4. When pruning frost damaged plants, wait and prune after

new growth has started. Being anxious to rid our plants of the damage can damage them more.

Flowers1. Prepare f lower beds for spring planting.2. Freshen f lower beds by removing spent blooms.3. Bare-root roses should be in the ground this month, the

earlier the better.4. Begin fertilizing established roses, about the middle of the

month.5. Clean out dead diseased wood in roses.6. Remove weak and crossing canes and old leaves to

discourage insects.7. Watch for aphids. Use a solution of soap and water to spray

on them.

Vegetables1. Plant seeds for peas, radishes and carrots to give you a good

start.2. Prepare your soil for a spring/summer garden.3. Plant transplants, but be sure to protect them from a cold

snap. Always choose sturdy, not leggy plants, with a strong stem and good roots.

4. Corn may be seeded after mid-February. Plant short day varieties (less than70 days).

Monthly Don’t Do list1. When pruning, remove no more than a quarter of the total

plant. Always use sharp, sterile, quality pruning tools.2. Don’t plant roses with a western exposure, because the heat

of the summer afternoon sun is too much for them.3. Don’t cheat on extra soil preparation. It takes extra work,

but pays high dividends.4. Don’t delay on weed control. Get them before they

overtake your garden and yard.

Well, February opens up our true gardening season. We need to get out and enjoy this time before the heat of summer is upon us. Living in Arizona is great for the gardener, we get to enjoy beautiful f lowers in February and have a lot of time to enjoy them before the heat of summer. Go forth and garden!(Information contained herein was obtained from the University of Arizona, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.)

Melodie Coons

Computer Q & A Lois Flyte

How to use your Internet browser shortcutsTo help use your computer more efficiently while online, it helps to know about the dozens of different shortcut keys that are available to you. Listed below are some of the top suggested Internet browser shortcuts:

• PressingAlt + D in any major Internet browser (Internet Explorer, Google, Yahoo, etc) will move the cursor into the address bar. This is a great way to quickly enter an Internet address without having to click the mouse cursor in the address bar.

• HolddowntheCtrl key and press the + or - key to increase and decrease the size of text.

• Pressthebackspace key or hold down the Alt key + left

arrow to go back a page.

• PressF5 to refresh or reload a web page. This is especially useful if you have used a couple of links offered on a web page, and want to return to the original page.

• PressF11 to make the Internet browser screen full screen.• PressCtrl + F to open the find box in the browser to

search for text within the web page you are looking at.

In the Search box type in Internet Explorer (or Google) shortcut keys to find a full list of the various shortcuts available. In fact you can use the Search box to find help on just about anything you want to learn about using your computer. Give it a try!!

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46 February 2013

A Snapshot of Life at Trilogy

Dixie roberts Performs at the Tennis club holiday Party

Trilogy singers holiday concert



Friends waiting for limo to Dinner in scottsdale

clogger club holiday Party

computer club Presentation


coF and ny clubs new year’s eve celebration

hiking club – superstition mountains

coF and ny clubs new year’s eve celebration coF and ny clubs new year’s eve celebration


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