NEW YEARS EVE

Hey Everybody,  Congratulations for putting another year (2015) behind you. Enjoy that last evening with your family and friends. Then join the World to welcome 2016.

Best of wishes for a 

HAPPY NEW YEAR

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MY PULTE STOCK

Another year has gone by and I must say that tracking this purchase of the builders stock has been fun.

At the time of the original expenditure of $642 I was not quite happy with Mr Pulte, and might even have wished the stock fell through the floor. I also didn't have a spare $642.

With time I now wish I had that small amount of money needed to buy 100 shares. It would have been worth it. Initially I would have been thrilled to see the stock bottom off. I would have been in the Red and not happy.   

Well everything (OK not everything) that goes down reverses direction. Look at it today. We are in the Green and the stock is up to $21.37 per share! Not Bad.

HAVE A LAUGH

I see by the email names that have built up on this joke as it goes around the Community that many of you think it is funny. I did too, but also thought a tad risky for me to post. None the less I will since so many of you are forwarding it. Laugh, and don't kill the "Blogger."  Here it is:

Last night I was driving home from Walmart and listening to a sports call-in program carried by WGN in Chicago on SIRIUS.   

People were calling in, very upset, about the goat's head that was sent to Cubs owner Tom Ricketts at Wrigley Field.  

Then some guy called in from Mississippi and said, "Why are you people so upset 'cause someone sent a goat's head to Wrigley Field?   Aren't you Chicagoan's the same guys that sent a horse's ass to the White House?"

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MERRY CHRISTMAS

Christmas has arrived in VeronaWalk !

We were well prepared.  My Queen began this past Summer with the usual: "I don't know what to get this one or that one !?!"  She figured it out.

Next came setting the tree (s) up. I let "Her" do all the decorating. It is safer that way. I just say Good job (As usual).  

Take a look at the  500+ lights on her Christmas Tree. It looks great !  She always enjoys the Tree and this time of the year.

MERRY CHRISTMAS

(GUESS WHERE THESE PICTURES REALLY CAME FROM)

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SEASONAL MISCHIEF

Regrettably we have had some mischief in the Community over the last few days. We hope this is nothing more, not that we condone it, then kids and some dumb mischief.

Just in case we are bringing in extra security to chase off anyone in the wrong spirit.

The rest of you keep your eyes open and report the unusual to the Sheriff. Do not engage, just observe and report.

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PRESIDENTS ADVISOR, 1977 YEARBOOK PICTURE

Below is a picture of Valerie Jarrett. It is from 1977, and purported to be from her Stanford University Yearbook.



We could not verify that the statement next to her name is correct, so take it for what it is worth. We are somewhat shocked and disbelieving, but, what if it is true?  Again we do not know for sure if this is accurate.

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GENTLEMEN'S LUNCHEON AT SAM SNEAD'S A HUGE SUCCESS

Sam Snead's was the location of the VeronaWalk Gentlemen's Group's fourth "Seasonal Party. The seats allotted to the group were sold out.

Shortly after the "Lady" in Charge called the group to order the sound of bells, jingling in the bar area, was heard. You know who it was. Funny, even at our ages, we still believe. It was Santa Claus.

The bearded man did his best to go "ho, ho ho," but it was the appearance of his Bermuda Shorts that got the best laugh. He did try to tell a couple of jokes. Thank God we did not have anyone with a big hook to pull him off stage. Thank you Jerry !!!

After that Santa got serious and, working with names pulled from a box, gave away some very nice stained glass Christmas Tree ornaments. They were very nice indeed, and were made and donated by Richard "C".  Sam Snead's donated two gift cards. So at the end of the day we had seven people go home very happy with their gifts.

When Santa left we ate. It wasn't chicken or burger, but Salmon over Rice. Those who had the Beef Stroganoff reported that, it too was fabulous.

Can't wait to next year. 

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GETTING READY FOR A VISITOR FROM THE "NORTH"

I know what the little kids are doing. They are writing their lists, and waiting for Santa. Well good for them.

I am sorta doing the same thing. I am checking airline arrival times and fixing to go to RSW (That's the airport in case you did not know).

Soon the plane will land and I will have a visit from the "North."  The North-land is New York City. Now Santa doesn't live there, but my daughter does and she will be coming soon for a Christmas visit!

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WHO IS THIS GUY?

 Look what we found!

It is ugly, but maybe that is why it is so friendly. We are going to keep it a while.

The "Old Guy" is checking with AKC to see if this creature has sound roots, and, of course, is it valuable if we want to sell it. Any takers.

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PRINCESS LAURA CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY

Today is our baby's birthday. She is our little Princess even though she has a family of her own. Would you believe she is 25. Well that is what the "Old Guy" yelled to me to enter here. Age doesn't matter. We are proud of her and wish her a great day.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LAURA

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SNIP SNIP, CUT/DEPOSIT THE GREEN

Snip Snip. That is what you hear when "Land Care aka True Green" goes by and trims the grass. When they are done the area around our homes, and the lake, looks pretty good. 

"Wow" is maybe what you hear when you have found $170K in funds to be saved with a new landscape deal on the horizon.


The bidding process for Land Maintenance revealed the fact that the Community has been paying at least $170,000 per year more than a fair going rate fee.


Learning about this overcharge comes as a result of now using the bidding process. It also shows clearly that there is a need to review and enforce our management contract.  

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BABTIST CHURCH CHRISTMAS PAGEANT

This past Sunday (Dec 6) we went with a small group to Ft Lauderdale to see the Christmas Pageant performed by the members of the Baptist Church. This was our fourth time seeing the show.

The cast includes members who are as young as a few days old (He played baby Jesus). Others were young children, and young adults.

Some cast members played the role of ill people to be cured by The Lord.

Through the performance we observed the last super, crucifixion, and the Resurrection. These scenes brought goose bumps to some, and tears to others. 


Following the show we had dinner upstairs in the Church's dinning room. This was certainly a great meal. Yes, dessert was included.

Enjoy some pictures from the show.

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JERSEY HUMOR

Most of you know that we were from New Jersey. What you didn't know is the "Old Guy" associated with this Blog also has his hand in music management. 

One of our "Stars" also from N.J. just released what we hope is a giant hit. Because you guys frequent this Blog we have placed a link below so you can see his picture album. He is such an incredible talent.   Click below for his picture album with friends:

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10207759778462863&set=a.2379303492424.2131642.1545753812&type=3


The wonderful picture (that is, because I took it) is of the fabulous "Jersey Joe" practicing turning his radio "on/off". It is a major part of his act. 

If you see Joe around ask for an autograph !

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CHRISTMAS ESCAPE

Yup, that's what we are calling it. We seem to always have a need to get away from here for some "down time (wife words).

So where are we going? One should know  not to ask that question. It's DISNEY again, and the Boss will be driving the above red car.

The "trusty neighbor' is away so we will just let the keyboard sit idle for a while. We leave soon for Coronado Springs (pictured above - I think). Certainly we will be back before Christmas Day.

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BILL'S LUNCHEON A SUCCESS

Members of the VeronaWalk Gentlemen's Group enjoyed a fine lunch at Bill's Steak and Seafood Restaurant  on Wednesday December 2.

There was a large group of men in attendance which seems to hint that the "Snow Birds are Back".

Featured on the menu was "Swordfish" which was an excellent choice. Judging from the smiles on their faces the men certainly seemed to enjoy themselves.

Inside the Community the Romeo Group also is sponsoring a lunch which will help keep our men well fed. Give them a try.

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CONTRACT COMMITTEE MEETING

The VW CONTRACTS COMMITTEE met Dec 2, 2015 at Town Center. The meeting started at 4:00 PM.

The Management Contract was the primary item on the agenda.

A secondary item was a joint review of bids on  "proposed landscape contract" was adjourned as the Landscape Committee has yet to organize.

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FT LAUDERDALE PAEGEANT

On Sunday, Dec. 6, We checked our lists to see who was "naughty or nice" and took those of us who were nice to Ft. Lauderdale.

We enjoyed a quiet ride across Alligator Alley and were met at the Chuch. We secured our tickets and took our seats, excellent seats at that.

This was a two hour and thirty minute show and worth the expense to see it. The camera guy had his fun and took the following pictures.

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DATES WE NEED TO REMEMBER THIS DECEMBER

The "Old Guy" fell asleep and left this job to me. He would remember if awake so I give him a point for that. Look around the middle of the Month for a full post regarding daughters birthday.

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