2018

Happenings in the Month of May—Written by Carole Silva

May is the fifth month of the year in the Julian and Gregorian

Calendars and the third of seven months to have a length of 31 days.

May is a month of spring in the Northern Hemisphere and autumn in the

Southern Hemisphere.

Also associated to May:

It is a month full of beautiful flowers!

It’s May Day, the Maypole, and love for mothers!

Battle of Pueblo Day or Cinco de Mayo and Japanese Boys’ day.

What is Cinco de Mayo anyway and why do we celebrate it? It began when Mexico

couldn’t pay its debts, and diplomats from Spain, France & Britain formed a tripartite to negotiate

repayment of their debts. Spain & Britain, however, dropped out when France wanted to impose

very harsh demands to provoke a war. In 1861 the French attacked and the Battle of Pueblo began

on May 5, 1862. Mexico won, and that victory is celebrated as Cinco de Mayo. There is much

more to the story, winning/loosing a battle here and there, but Cinco de Mayo does not celebrate

Mexican independence, as that occurred on September 16, 1810.

On the same day in another part of the world, Tango no Sekku, or Japanese Boy’s Day, is a

National Holiday in Japan. The early beginnings are not known, but has been celebrated since the

6th Century A.D. In 1946 May 5th was declared a Japanese National Holiday and was called (not

to leave out the girls) Children’s Day. It is still celebrated as Tango no Sekku with celebrations of

Carp fish and Carp kites, armor, helmets, & warrior dolls. Koi no Takinobori (Carp’s climbing

waterfalls) means “succeeding vigorously in life.” Carp fish represent strength and are purchased

for the boys in the family. They eat rice cakes, wrapped in either bamboo or oak leaves, with

sweet beans and bathe with floating Iris leaves, Shoubu-yu herbs. Don’t forget mom on Mother’s

Day, celebrated on the second Sunday of May here, and on other dates, from February to May, in

other countries around the world.

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Messenger—May 2018—Page 2

Quotable

“The range of what we think and do is limited by what

we fail to notice. And because we fail to notice that we

fail to notice, there is little we can do to change until

we notice how failing to notice shapes our thoughts

and deeds.” - Daniel Goleman, 1985

Au Revoir, my Friend—Written by John Marshall, Director of Dining Services

I sadly recently lost a very good friend, Grant Miller, On

the eve of Saturday, April 14 who some of you might know as

‘Santa Grant’. Grant was a Past Master of Alameda lodge #167 in

Fremont and was instrumental in getting me into the craft,

preparing me expertly for my degree progression.

We both had a passion for sailing and I crewed many times

on his yacht, racing in and outside of the bay where we

successfully won many races, in general having a great time. The

last time I spoke to him was on Tuesday, April 10, telling him that

I’d stopped by his boat in Alameda. I said I’d be sitting on his

boat and drinking his beer, and asked if there was anything he’d

like me to do? He just said, “Have another beer and enjoy!”

Grant often came up to the Masonic Home in Union City for lunch. He really liked his

food. This past year, he brought up kegs of beer for our Oktoberfest Month, chatting with many

residents as we all sampled the beverages. There is a picture in my office on the wall of him in

full Santa regalia. For those that would like to reminisce about him, drop by anytime and we can

share a yarn or two.

My buddy Grant, was a super nice guy, never had anything bad to say about anyone. He

will be missed. He left behind his beautiful wife, Barbara, son, Christian and daughter, Hanna.

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Sad, but True—Submitted by Ola Afolabi Some people get close enough to you, just to find something

Bad about you to broadcast to the world

Some people are quiet when you’re succeeding

But quick to point out your failures.

Sad but true!

Hating those who hate you makes them

Your leaders, since you’re following their footsteps.

Rather than react to a negative situation,

Respond to your revelation.

Sad but true!

Believe the best

Even when you’re going through the worst.

They hurt you

Don’t hold it against them.

Hold them up in prayer.

Sad but true!

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The Chaplain’s Corner By Chaplain Joel Ingram

“In praise of Spring”

Continues on page 4

This month, I added my voice to the countless voices

reflecting on the beauty and the implications of Springtime.

I have always loved Spring. While living in

Southwest Michigan it was a wonderful but messy time. As

the snow drifts gave way to warmer weather, Spring was

always a muddy affair at the start. But given time, the

daffodils and the smell of freshly mowed grass would soon

dominate as warmer weather took hold. While the amazing

fruit of that locale was still months away, it was always a

happy time because blue skies and puffy clouds just gave

the space an airy optimism that was contagious.

Here in northern California, Spring is a beautiful time as well. The winter rains, should

they have fallen, encourage the lovely rounded hills to be green with envy (or perhaps pride)

and the usual blue, but cloudless skies provide a contrast that makes the scene rather idyllic.

As many have observed, the change of Winter to Spring is a fitting illustration of so much

that happens in our lives since we are ever facing endings and beginnings. Now, there may be

a hearty Norwegian or Swede among us who bid cold winters a sad farewell and

begrudgingly accept the arrival of spoilsport Spring, but for most I guess winter is a hasty

“see you later” and Spring is the “never too soon”. In life, however, many factors complicate

our feelings about hellos and goodbyes don’t they? It’s not so simple in life lived.

Sometimes we are eager to end one aspect of life; maybe some weight we want to part

with, a job we no longer enjoy, a worry we’ve carried for some time, but other times that

“thing” that is giving way to something else is hard to part with; a friendship gone sour, the

loss of a spouse, a job we still enjoy. And of course, the same holds true for that “new thing”

headed our way. We may be dreading the change in front of us or eager for the change that

lies just ahead.

Due to limited space, I’d just like to encourage one perspective on our goodbyes and

hellos be they desirable or distained. Whatever your goodbye, whatever your hello, I believe

either can be improved by examination. One might avoid going to the dentist because they

know it will be painful. Another might be so excited by a bowl of ice cream they don’t think

about the calories. But whether avoiding a bad thing or rushed for a good thing, a mindless

transition often robs us of something.

Pause and reflection may provide us many things—thankfulness for what was before

or for what lies ahead, appreciation for the people who have made this or that possible/better/

less lonely, an opportunity to see where things went wrong and take up the new with better

planning or insight, a chance to be reminded and accepting of the variability and finitude of

life and all its trappings, a place to reaffirm values and goals, a place to put “this change” into

a meaningful context. Mindful transitions may provide us such things and so much more.

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Something my mother did that I continued to do for my Children…

Chaplain... Whatever place you find yourself this Spring – saying a sad farewell or an eager hello,

I hope you will pause for a spell, and find within that space wisdom, healing and grace.

Wishing you a wonderful month ahead… Chaplain Joel

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Being a Mother... Compiled by Janet Castro, Recreation Leader

What is the

Hardest Part of

being a Mother…

I don’t remember it being hard at all. She was a darling baby

- Elaine Wicker

I have only one child. The hard part was being fair with other

children, not showing partiality – Dorothy Shaffer

Was there an easy way? When a child is sick - Mary

Shannon Teach them to do right. My son always begged for things. He

wanted a BB gun and we finally got him one. He ended up

shooting a sparrow. He felt so bad and told me he didn’t

mean to. He then wanted me to get it out with my paring

knife. I had to teach him about consequences of his actions –

June Barker Biggs

Continued from page 3

What do you Love about being a Mother…

Seeing them grow up - Betty Barton

Its part of life - Eloise Endrigo

Every year is a beautiful year - Elaine Wicker

Being close to your kid - Dorothy Shaffer

I enjoy every bit of it - Mary Shannon

The good times we have together. I enjoy it now when my kids will ask;

“Do you remember when?” - Lorraine Bode

When we would do something and share experiences like sleighing, and

having meals together - June Barker Biggs

Be with them in all situations - Betty Barton

Sew, I would make some clothes like my mom did for me, as

well as going to Church and the movies—Elaine Wicker

My grandmother would do and I continued to do with my

family is making homemade noodles on Good Friday -

Lorraine Bode Reading to my children. My mother would read “Gone with

the Wind” to us when I was younger. My children would

then read to their children. I lived like my parents taught me.

– June Barker Biggs

Happy

Mother’s

Day

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Power 9: Downshift—Written by Joseph Pritchard, Health Services Administrator

Downshift is just the “Blue Zone” way of saying reduce

stress. A common feature in seniors who regularly live to 100 is

that they have found ways to avoid or reduce stress. Whether it is

through meditation, exercise, spending time with family, going

outdoors, laughing, or just taking the time to breathe, any strategy

to help reduce stress plays a key role in keeping you healthy.

What does stress do to the body? I have spent a lot of

time studying the effects of stress, but for this article I am going

to turn to a small little University that you might have heard of…

Harvard. They should know what they are talking about, right? In

one of their articles, this is how they explain the effect of stress on

the body: “When the brain senses danger or a need to fight, it

sounds the alarm for action: it tells the muscles to tighten and

signals the adrenal glands to release stress hormones—such as

adrenaline and cortisol.

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Old age ain’t no place for Sissies—Submitted by Zelma Campbell

I have everything now that I had twenty years ago

Except now it’s all lower.

I was hoping to be on easy street by now,

But missed the off-ramp years ago.

Old age isn’t so bad

When you consider the alternative.

A diplomat is a man who

Remembers his wife’s birthday

But never remembers her age.

There are only two things

A child will share willingly – communicable diseases

And his mother’s age.

Fun is like insurance;

The older you get, the more it costs.

So much has been said and sung of the beautiful young girls.

Why doesn’t somebody wake up to the beauty of old Women? *********************************************

fannye’s funnye’s—You can’t use numbers here

A Cajun man wants a job, but the foreman won’t hire him until he passes a little math

test. “Here is your first question, the foreman said. “Without using numbers, represent the

number 9.” “Without numbers?” The Cajun says, “Dat’s easy.” And proceeds to draw three

trees. “What’s this?” the boss asks. “Ave you got no brain? Tree and tree and tree make nine,”

says the Cajun. “Fair enough,” says the boss. “Here’s your second question. Use the same

rules, but this time the number is 99.” The Cajun stares into space for a while, then picks up the

picture that he had just drawn and makes a smudge on each tree; “Ere you go.” The boss

scratches his head and says, “How on earth do you get to that? “Each of da tree’s dirty now.

So, it’s dirty tree, and dirty tree, and dirty tree. Dat is 99.

The boss is getting worried that he’s going to actually

have to hire this Cajun, so he says, “Alright, last question,

same rules again, but represent the number 100.” The Cajun

stares into space some more, then he picks up the picture

again and makes a little mark at the base of each tree and

says, “Ere you go. One hundred.”The boss looks at the

attempt. “You must be nuts if you think that represents a

hundred!’ The Cajun leans forward and points to the marks at

the base of each tree and says, “A little dog come along and

poop by each tree and a turd, and dirty tree and a turd, dirty tree and a turd, and dirty tree and

a turd, which make one hundred.” The Cajun is now the Supervisor!

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April Guess Who Answer:

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If you thought Anthony Tancredi, you

were right!

Do you know

who this pretty

high school

graduate is?

WE WANT YOU TO SUBMIT YOUR CHILI RECIPE!

Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States

to remember those who died while serving in the country’s

armed forces.

From 1868 to 1970, Memorial Day was held on May 30,

but since 1970, it has been observed on the last Monday of

May. The Masonic Home and Acacia Creek will be celebrating

Memorial Day on Wednesday, May 30 with a fabulous

barbecue lunch and chili cook-off. We will also be showing our

appreciation to first responders from the Union City Police

Department and the Alameda County Fire Department.

We need you, the residents, to participate

in the chili cook-off by providing dietary with

your favorite chili recipes. The members of the

UCPD and ACFD will be the judges and best

chili bragging rights could be yours!

Don’t be shy. We know you have a

secret recipe somewhere! Bring on the heat, the

sweet, the red bean, and the black bean! Please

submit your recipes to Jennifer MacRae by

Friday, May 11 to be included in the cook-off.

Be sure to mark your calendars, dust off your recipes, and join the residents in an afternoon

of celebration and appreciation!

Memorial Day & Chili Cook-Off— Written by Kim Hegg, Community Relation

& Event Manager Leader

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April Candlelight Dinner-George Wilkerson

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Be an Active Senior—Written by Recreation Team Being physically active is important for your

health. Seniors who are physically active are less

likely to develop some chronic diseases than

seniors who are inactive. Physical activity is any

form of exercise or movement of the body that uses

energy. Seniors of any age can benefit from

physical active lifestyle.

Start activities slowly and build it up over

time: If you are just starting physical activity,

build it up slowly. This will prevent injury. After

A few weeks, increase how often and how long you are active. Being a part of a Walking

Group is a good start.

Starting Tuesday, June 5, at 8:30 a.m., we will have a Walking Group that will meet at

the South Mall. The Group will explore the regional parks around the bay area starting from

Coyote Hills, Lake Elizabeth, San Leandro Marina or even going to San Francisco Marina and

will be back around 10:30am. The Walking Group will meet every Tuesday in June.

Get your heart pumping: On Friday, May 4, at 2:00 p.m., we would like to invite

you to an Open Play Ping-Pong. All are welcome to play from beginners to expert. The

Open Play Ping Pong is scheduled every Friday in May at 2:00 p.m. in the Game Room

located at the South Mall.

Be active your way: Mix it up your way. The Grider Gym has a lot of programs and

activities that may fit into your life style.

Use the buddy system: Activities with friends or family are more enjoyable than

doing them alone. Join the Walking Groups, or attend fitness classes at the Grider Gym. Let’s

all build a support network. Your buddies will encourage you to keep being active.

Have fun: Physical activity shouldn’t be a

chore. It can help you feel better about yourself and the

way you live your life. Choose activities that you enjoy

and that fit your lifestyle.

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Ken Bentley—Volunteer

Spring has sprung!—Written by Jennifer MacRe

Look who has been busy in the garden! John Marshall is prepping his crops, and always

accepting volunteers. Stop by his office, or catch him in the dining room if you are interested in

helping out!

The Guardians of America’s Shores—Submitted by Anthony Tancredi *******************************************************

This title deals with an aspect of the American

military that has been long forgotten, the sea coast defenses

of the United States. This system began in the early 1600s

and continued until the 1950s. In the beginning, the guns

and the projectiles they fired, were of cast iron and were

fired from coastal fortifications of brick and mortar. In the

late 19th century, with the advent of steel breach-loading

guns, a whole new era came upon the scene. The largest

Sea-coast defense ordinance was used by the U. S. Army. A notable example was the model 1919

gun whose monster-sized barrel had a bore of 16”. The barrel and breach of this gun weighed

approximately 200 tons and when combined with its carriage, weighed approximately 500 tons.

These guns could hurl a 2400 pound projectile up to 30 miles out to sea.

In 1922, the Washington Naval Conference resulted in an agreement signed by the United

States, Great Britain, Japan, France & Italy to limit the world’s use of naval sea power. As a result,

the U. S. Navy found itself in possession of a number of these sixteen inch guns which were

originally intended for use on battle cruisers and battleships that never were built. The end result

was that these guns were mounted on U. S. Army Carriages and were placed in the key defense

points of San Francisco, San Diego, the Panama Canal, and at other locations along the U. S.

eastern seaboard. These huge and powerful weapons were never challenged by America’s foes. The

era of the sea-coast defense guns ended in the 1950s, when missiles and airplanes took their place.

There is, however, one of those sixteen inch seacoast defense guns left at the U. S. Army Proving

Ground, Aberdeen, Maryland.

In closing, may the Great Creator of the Universe continue to guide and protect the

wonderful men and women in the U. S. Armed Forces; a vanguard who daily faces the Grim Reaper

in order to ward off the foes of the American way of life, and may the Good Lord guide the hearts

and minds of our leaders, so that mothers and fathers do not have to receive the folds of honor.

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-Written by Chris Gershtein, Director of Quality Management

Since the last update, there have been nine Blue Box

Cards submitted to me as of April 13, 2018. There were three compliments! One was for the

driver, Ernani Baustista, who has been very considerate and helpful. One was for David Bible

and his staff for the wonderful Saint Patrick’s Day party, and one was for Administration for

increasing the staffing of the Front Desk. The compliments were sent to the appropriate

departments/managers so that they can be shared with the staff in those areas. The recreation

staff reported back to me that they truly appreciate the kind words!

There were six concerns (some with associated suggestions). Here are the highlights of how

they have been addressed:

1. There was a concern about the “News and Views” board being inappropriate and

embarrassing. As I said at the Town Hall, there are rules for the board. There cannot be

any personal attacks and insults posted. Each item must be time limited and attributable to

the poster. Hopefully these rules allow the board to be used appropriately for free speech

respectfully.

2. There was a concern about the stands we had for putting the signs up when the elevators

are out of order. Facilities staff is looking into where they have gone.

3. There was a concern about the door on the third floor bridge opening and closing

frequently in the rain. The door is functioning properly. The sensor is sensing movement

due to the rain. The Facilities department is looking into options that will alleviate some of

the extra door activity.

4. There was a concern voiced about shower mats not having an adhesive on them so that

they don’t help with slipping as well as they should. Please contact Housekeeping if you

have concerns about your shower mat.

5. There was a concern about Uber being chosen over a local taxi company for our medical

transport needs. This concern was sent to the Executive team so that they can address the

question.

6. There was a concern about busses being parked in fire lanes and visitor parking outside of

Adams. Tiana Bueno will be addressing this issue with the drivers. Our parking policies

strictly forbid parking in fire lanes. If you notice vehicles parked in one, please contact the

Front Desk so that they can contact the drivers and get the vehicles moved. Thank you!

Thank you very much for continuing to use this communication tool. Please keep the cards

coming. But also please remember that the fastest way to get a response is to speak directly to

the manager/director of the department associated with an issue. They would love to hear from

you. Thanks again!

********************************************************** Safety Corner

A monthly reminder from the MH Safety Committee: Leaks

For leaks, backups, or other emergency plumbing issues; please, call

the Front Desk to report this right away. Calling the Front Desk is the fastest

way to get in contact with Facility Services for emergencies such as leaks.

They will contact a technician who will make this a priority work order. Not

reporting leaks right away could cause personal items to be damaged,

additional expenses for repairs, and actual structural damage to the property.

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I was born in Santa Clara county in

1978 and moved to South Lake Tahoe in

1985. I stayed in Tahoe for 27 more years

until my wife and I moved back to the Bay

Area in 2012. That was the year that I

started working at the Masonic Homes of

California in Union City.

My wife’s grandfather, Gus

Anastole, “bribed” the then Director of

Facility Services, Jim Mastro with pies his

sister had made to hire me!

After 6 years of service, I am still

loving it every day that I get to spend here

with the residents and my co-workers.

- Mike McComas

“Edward Silva, or Eddie as we call him, is a

relatively new employee in a small department.

He was initially hired to work with residents in

the Compass Club and make sure we offer them

the support they need. He excelled in that job.

Eddie made strong bonds with many of the

residents, which helped them engage and enjoy

the many programs and events we have in the

Compass Club.

However, Eddie has brought so much

more to the Home. He is positive and caring. He

can turn a bad day into a good one with a

sincere “How are you doing?”, contagious

laugh, or supportive shoulder. He offers that

support to residents and staff alike. Eddie was

nominated and chosen as one of the Employees

of the Quarter not just based upon one good

deed, but upon his habit of always bringing

compassion and fun to everything we do here.

He provides safety with a smile, personal

connection with integrity, entertaining

experiences, and efficiency with a twist of joy.

Congratulations, Eddie! Thank you for being a

truly amazing person.” - Written by Joseph

Pritchard

Meet the Employees of the Quarter

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Continued from page 5 Power 9...

Wedding Bells rang for the Resident Shopper!

Derek and I met 3

years ago. We got

married at the San

Francisco Civil Court on

March 27, 2018. We

went to a local restaurant

to celebrate our union

with family and friends

and on March 28,

decided to go to a local

bar for some quick dance

moves. He is my

inspiration and is always

making me smile. I am

happy to relinquish my

last name, Penaranda, to

proudly take up, Mrs.

Milena Wilson.

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Those hormones make you breathe faster, getting more oxygen to your muscles, and

they trigger the release of sugar and fat into the blood, giving your cells more energy. To

accommodate these needs, your heart beats faster and your blood pressure goes up. These

physical changes are all part of the stress response, which is helpful if you need to jump

out of the way of danger. Once the brain senses safety, body function returns to normal.

This routine isn't harmful if it occurs once in a while. But if you put your body

through those paces frequently, or even constantly, you may suffer a cascade of dangerous

and sometimes lasting effects such as high blood pressure, a weakened immune system,

anxiety, depression, insomnia, heartburn, indigestion, and an increased risk for heart

disease.”

That second paragraph is what concerns me the most. Chronic stress is not just

dangerous, it is deadly. Here at the Masonic Home, we offer various ways to relax. Take a

stroll outside if the weather is nice, or if it isn’t, go up to the 4th floor of North and enjoy

the view. Stop by the Meditation Chapel or Grider Gym. Spend some time in the Main

Dining Room talking to your neighbors or staff. Find something that helps you combat

some of the stressful situations in life. Most importantly, please remember that you don’t

have to do this on your own. Sometimes stress can be too much to bear, and that is where

staff can help support and guide you. We are here for you and because of you.

So, I suggest we all take the time to downshift from time to time. Tell stress to take a hike!

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For

ARTS & CRAFTS

PROGRAMMING

Consult your

RECREATION EVENT

CALENDAR.

Monthly

Tuesday, May 1

9:30 a.m.-Low Vision Support Group—2nd Adams

Living Room (happens 1st Tuesday of each month

unless otherwise stated).

1:45 p.m.—Move for Wellness starting Line Party /

Front Steps

Thursday, May 3

3:00 p.m.— Recreation Planning Meeting—2nd

Adams Living Room

Monday, May 7

9:00 a.m. Tour Guide - Host & Hostess Meeting /

2nd Adams Crafts Room

1:30 p.m. Open Forum—Guest Speaker, Kim Hegg,

Community Relations & Event Manager / 2nd

Adams Living Room

Wednesday, May 16

9:00 a.m. — Chapel Committee — Meditation

Chapel

10:00 a.m.—Resident Food Advisory Committee—

2nd Adams Living Room

2:30 p.m.—Welcoming Committee — 3rd

Wollenberg Conference Room

Monday, May 21

1:30 p.m. Open Forum - Alan Davies, IT Director /

2nd Adams Living Room

Monday, May 28

3:00 p.m. — Special Friends — Guest Speaker is

Chaplain Christina Voissem, / 2nd Adams Living

Room

Wednesday, May 30

2:00 p.m.— Resident Council—Auditorium

2:30 p.m.—Town Hall Meeting—Auditorium

FYI The official “Lost and Found” for the

Home is located at the Front Desk in

the Head building. If you’ve lost

something— check there first. If you’ve

found something—take it there first. If

you have further questions, you can find

the answers at . . . Front Desk. Please

report losses as soon as possible.

“GUESS WHO”

Residents, if you have a photo of yourself when

you were younger and you are willing to share,

please bring it to Ola Afolabi at the front desk.

The Messenger Mailing List

If you would like the Messenger Newsletter

mailed to a family member every month, without

postage charge to you, please see Ola Afolabi to

sign you up.

Weekly or Semi-Weekly

Sunday Worship

Sundays, 10:00 a.m., Siminoff

Ceramics Group Mondays, Tuesdays & Fridays, 10:00

a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

2nd Adams, Ceramics Room

Bible Study Mondays, 10:30 a.m., 4th Lorber

Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Meditation Chapel

Women’s Forum

1st & 3rd Mondays, 1:30 p.m.

2nd Adams, Living Room

Choir Practice

Sundays, 9:00 a.m., Siminoff Chapel

Wednesday, 3:10 p.m., Siminoff Chapel

Song & Prayer Thursdays, 10:00 a.m., 3rd Lorber

Thursdays, 10:30 a.m., 4th Lorber

Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m., Traditions

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Residents Ann. Date Years

Bob & Kat Miller 5/3 20

Peter Jackson & Debbie Brown 5/6 23

Carl & Louene Christenson 5/14 69

Byron & Beatriz Corley 5/16 37

Ed & Janet Auguadro 5/20 11

Larry & Donna Sadler 5/20 7

Resident Birthdays

Hilde Schafer

Earl Purington

5/1

Tricia Dahle 5/2

Betty Ashfield

Kat Miller

5/3

Anthony Tancredi 5/4

Jerry Cook 5/7

Jackie McClellan

Debbie Brown

5/8

Martha Trudell 5/12

Kjell Bomark-Noel 5/13

Joan Fagan 5/14

Juli Franceschini 5/15

Roy Anderson 5/18

Marjorie Ammons

Marie Valdisera

5/21

Dorothy Shaffer (103)

Emma Lou Akin

Valerie Roberts

Linda Peck

5/22

Barbara Brown 5/23

Sally Hartley 5/24

Lorraine Bode 5/25

Georgia Brown 5/27

Marla Cummings 5/31

In Memoriam

Resident Anniversaries

Casta Crawford

April 3, 2018

Sponsoring Lodge: Hartley

#199

Katherine Morrell

April 4, 2018

Sponsoring Lodge: Pleasanton

#321

Norwood Simms

April 8, 2018

Sponsoring Lodge: Confidence

#110

Table of Contents — May 2018

Happenings……………..….....………....…..…. 1

Au Revoir/Sad but True/Quotable…....…..….….2

Chaplain’s Corner………………………………3

Chaplain Cont/Being a Mother……….....…..….4

Mother’s Day Word/Power 9…...…..…………..5

Old Age/fannye funnye’s….....………..…....…..6

Guess Who/Memorial Day/Chili……....…....….7

Previous Month’s Activities………….…………8

Be an Active Senior…………….…........…........9

Spring /Guardians………….………. …………10

Blue Box/Safety Corner…….…………………11

Meet the Employees of the Quarter…......…….12

Wedding Bells/Power 9 Cont…..………..…….13

Meetings……………………………………….14

Birthdays, Anniversaries, In Memoriam….…...15

You’re Lookin’ At It…………………….…….16

The Messenger is published monthly as a vehicle of

communication and entertainment for the residents

and staff of the Masonic Home at Union City with a

focus on sharing information about residents, Home

activities, and items of interest to the “Masonic

Family.”

Proofreaders: Residents: Fannye Lower, Barbara

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