PULTE STOCK

We continue to watch our imaginary investment in Pulte Stock. At the time we started this we made the initial purchase for $642 or $6.42 a share as we bought 100 shares.

Over the years we have seen the bottom line go into the RED and lose around a third of our investments original purchase value. For the last couple of years we have been on the GREEN side.

Today's price is $19.91  per share. Not bad.

HAVE A LAUGH

Here is another from one of the neighbors. It's an old one with a current political jab that we ask you excuse. Just laugh at it for what it is worth.'

  

An Israel Doctor says:"In Israel, medicine is so advanced that we cut off a man's

 testicles, put them on another man, and in 6 weeks, he is looking for work.

The German doctor says: 

"That's nothing. In Germany, we take part of a brain, put it in another

 man, and in 4 weeks he is looking for work."

The Russian doctor says: 

"Gentlemen, we take half a heart from a man, put it in another's chest, and in 2 weeks he is looking for work."

The American doctor laughs: 

"You all are behind us. Six years ago, we took a muslim with no brains, no heart and no balls and made him President.

Now, the whole country’s looking for

 work!"

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This joke actually won an award for the best joke in world competition held in Britain!

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BAR CODE

Our gatehouse vendor came out to test the barcode reader and found that it is working the way it should.

The engineer reported that if the reader doesn't work, then either the barcode is old, the driver is going too fast past the gate, or not driving close enough to the reader.  

Our barcode vendor only guarantees the barcode for 2 years.
  
If you are still having problems coming through the gate, please come to the office to purchase a new barcode.

Please do not blame the guards for problems at the gate. They are probably just as frustrated as you.

SAM SNEAD CALLING VERONAWALK GENTLEMEN

Hey Gents from Verona Walk, "It is time to start making your plan to attend the next Gentlemen's Lunch. That "First Wednesday of the Month" will soon be here!

Men look for your email notification showing Lunch on May 6, 2015 at Mr. Sam Snead's Restaurant over in Lely Resort.

You can also plan to attend Romeo's Lunch held at Cafe Verona on second Thursday.

Don't forget early reservations assures you a spot at the table, with the meal of your choice.

YOUR DRINKING WATER

(Not this water - your drinking water !)

COLLIER COUNTY DRINKING WATER NAMED BEST TASTING IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA

The Collier County Water Division produces the best tasting water in Southwest Florida, according to a panel of judges at the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association’s (FSAWWA) Best Tasting Drinking Water Contest – Region V.

Collier County’s drinking water was chosen as the best on Tuesday, April 14, during a blind taste test from among six samples submitted by water utilities from Collier, Lee and portions of Hendry counties.

This is not the first time Collier County’s water has been awarded the best tasting by the FSAWWA. The county won the state contest in 2012.

Under strict rules, each participating water utility submits a gallon of water for judging. Samples of the water are collected from the utility’s distribution system no more than 24 hours prior to the event and are tasted at room temperature to allow any strong tastes or odors to be detected more easily.

Water utilities submitting samples affirm there have been no state or federal drinking water violations for the current and prior calendar year in order to compete.

“We are pleased that Collier County’s water has been judged as the best tasting in the region,” said Public Utilities Department Head Dr. George Yilmaz. “This honor is an outstanding achievement for our utility team members in the field and our plants working 24/7/365.”

Collier County will now go on to compete in the FSAWWA state competition next month in Orlando.

For more information, contact Margie Hapke at (239) 252-2679 or margiehapke@colliergov.net.

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D.I. RIGHT AUTHORS ANOTHER LETTER ON OUR FINANCES

A new letter from an author, using the pseudo name, of "D I Right" is addressed to "Fellow Residents," addressing the subject of our financial reports.

Mr. Right started sending emails during our election campaign ((Jan-Mar 2015). His comments then, may have been minimized,  because he was an unknown writer, and his entry of campaign letters were in competition with vile emails from our Neighborhood Watch and Safety Committee Chairman. 

This time Mr. Right, remains still unknown but his remarks, has grabbed our attention. He states that a report was issued indicating that our community had reserves of $538 k and would start 2015 with a total of $2.8 million.

That said, he is asking for an explanation.  That seems reasonable. It is also refreshing that he makes his comments without attacking any one. He gets a "thumbs up" for that.

OPEN MIC THIS SUNDAY AT GAZEBO

We're having an open air "Open Mic" night at our Gazebo. 

This is a fun FREE event you can attend on Sunday afternoon to see how talented our VeronaWalk residents are! 

Check with Town Center as there was some confusion as to time. The notices around town have said both 2:30 PM or Evening.  We believe the 2:30 time is  correct.

DOUBLE RAINBOW

OUR GRANDSON'S NEW CAR

Looks like God is looking over him with the wonderful application of a double rainbow. Drive carefully.

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CRIME SCENE IN REAR OF COMMUNITY

The picture above has been issued to all stations with request to "look for similar damage." 

All Cars: "Be On the Lookout for One or more suspects wanted for Vandalism. Suspect (s) are believed to be middle aged, with four feet, and fur coats."

"They could be male and/or female, with no talent in the area of landscape art, be it water color or oil painting. They are not believed to be armed, but might just bite."

This is a Serious Situation: Starsky,  Larry, &  Hutch - Report to area with Scientific Investigation Unit. "Secure area and Conduct Standard Search - check for "Paw prints."

Sgt. Friday, "You are also assigned to area VW 51 to assume command. Secure the area. Advise if you want CAT (civilian auxiliary team) to activate. They can help search for evidence including spray cans, paint supplies, and do a coffee run if needed.

Captain Canine has issued the order for Federal Assistance. 

Expect McGriff  (The Crime Dog) to respond to your location in ten minutes. His k-9 unit will sniff out the perpetrators, follow their trail, and  take a bite out of this crime.                                         

                     Don't let your dog paint our signs                                      

SHARK VALLEY

A few days ago we took an afternoon trip to Shark Valley.  It was a comfortable day,  but the place seemed almost all dried up.

We went with neighbors and took the afternoon tram back to the tower. The search was on for wild life.

The birds seemed to have taken the afternoon off, but alligators were sleeping just inches from our toes. When we got to close, one sleeping beauty woke with his jaws snapping at anything around him. That was worth a couple steps back.

Near the end of the tram tour some birds seemed to return for the night. We got a few pictures to share here including one of a Hawk. He seemed like a dot on the tree top, but that great new lens sure brought him home.

Enjoy the pictures and take the trip yourself to Shark Valley.

This is my Hawk. He looks great and seems to like the sun beating on him. From that perch he has a fabulous view of the flat land that surrounds him.

Here are some of the other birds and gators that we played with on our our day to  Shark Valley.

Swimming in "V" formation these fish just might be the bottom of the food chain here in the Valley. Swim fast guys !

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BOWL AND LUNCH

Another Friday has come and gone. The wife took her trusty ball and did her thing.

Her report says,"The pins just keep going down." Well that's nice, but what do you want to do now."

She knew I was right. It was Lunch Time. A few bowlers and spouses joined up with us, and once again, enjoyed a great lunch.

We borrowed big mouth, pictured below, and he actually behaved. He got us our drinks and meals, with absolutely no problems at all.

HAPPY EASTER

Happy Easter Everyone,

The weather here was fabulous. We spent time with LJ and her clan. The food was good and the coffee even better.

I was constantly here the ping on my phone. Checked the E' and it seems everyone, most everyone anyway, was enjoying the blue sky and 80 degree temperatures.

We returned home late afternoon and just needed a little time to veg out. We were worn out to say the least, but anyway let us say again: 

Happy Easter

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CASINO TRIP

They left early!  All I know is the Queen told me to drive her to the Bocce Ct Parking Lot.

I did just that. The Bus from Dolphin was already there. And as my Queen soon learned it had loaded up. there were only a few seats left. That should take an hour to figure out which one to sit in

It didn't take long and our Gang was gone, off to Immokalee. Hope they don't get scalped.

Around three I heard the sound of big wheels humming on its way back into VW. All our new reporter can say is: "They're back."

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CATHY'S BIRTHDAY TODAY

How could I forget.  She calls everyday to remind me !  That's her in the black dress with her baby boy - Ryan. 

Well she is 25 today, and I will again say:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY
CATHY

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EMAIL AUTHOR SHOULD HAVE BEEN ANOYMOUS

Our Community has closed the books on its last election. It was a real nail bitter, with at least four candidates crossing the finish line in tight formation. That was good !


Looking back at the campaign there were some behaviors that did not place the community in a favorable light. It seems there were two authors showing their wisdom through the email channels. 

One author, Mr Right, clearly intended to be "fictitious." He presented that, which he thought was factual.

The second author signed his name.  Whoopee. After reading what He wrote, it would have been better had he been "anonymous". 

One always wonders, why the perpetrators of such literary garbage find the need to grab our attention, and then dump all their wisdom upon us. In the end it was not worth two cents. 

We all know who it was that flooded the community with his scurrilous little rant. We know his emails were wrong. That is reason enough to close the book on his honor. However, "today" is his birthday, or so we have been told.

In an effort to put a smile on a few faces, our publisher wishes HIM a Great Day, and our fond wishes for a:

                           Happy  April   Fools   Day

(Careful, Don't burn your fingers)

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