Category: February 2026

A Blessing for Conscious Living

Judith Kopp May my presence be a sanctuary. May my heart be a compass. May my life be a bridge. May my words carry kindness. May my choices carry coherence. May my energy field carry peace. May my actions carry practical love. May my eyes carry truth. May my nervous system carry safety. May my…

Liberation Through Higher Consciousness

Judith Kopp Liberation begins within the human heart. It unfolds in quiet moments when we open to higher consciousness, our elevated state of awareness and connection to Source Love Intelligence. Liberation is not, and has never been, a political event. No government, ideology, or external system can free people who remain bound by fear. This…

Instant Color

Dannette Hunnel The parties are done, the decorations are down, and the holidays are over. We step outside and find our yards looking a little bland. Yet there are a few cold nights and even colder mornings yet to come. So, what to do to add color to your landscape? Petunias! While autumn is a…

Deadline Reminder and How to Submit Articles

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Unit 11

The annual Unit 11 homeowners meeting will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 11, at 5:30 p.m. in the Saguaro Room at the Cottonwood clubhouse. All homeowners are invited and encouraged to attend this meeting. The monthly Unit 11 HOA board meeting will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 18, at 4 p.m. in the Computer Learning…

Medicare, Medicaid, and Related Benefit Information

Unsure? Confused? Personalized, objective assistance to seniors, the disabled, and caregivers is provided by volunteer counselors trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include basic information about Original Medicare (Parts “A” and “B”), Supplemental (Medigap) policies, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part “D”), Medicare Advantage Plans (HMOs, etc.), AHCCCS (Medicaid), and ALTCS…

Did You Know That Falls Can Be Prevented?

Join the HLAA (Hearing Loss Association of America) East Valley Chapter on Thursday, Feb. 12, from 12:45 to 2:30 p.m. at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church, 9248 E. Riggs Road. We will welcome Elton Bordenave, PhD, MEd. Dr. Bordenave is the director of the Center for Resilience in Aging at A.T. Still University. Dr. Bordenave…

The Holiday Music Is Over, But the Singing Goes On

Dottie Wodraska The Chordaires Show Chorus of Sun Lakes (Chordaires) entertained the community with a variety of holiday sing-out performances for a number of Sun Lakes community groups during November and December. As the new year begins, the Chorus is focused on preparing for the annual spring show titled “On the Air: Harmony Showcase,” scheduled…

8th Annual Successful Aging Dementia Conference

8th Annual Successful Aging Dementia Conference Join us for the “Dementia Decoded” conference, which includes understanding the condition, navigating the stages, solving problems, supporting care partners, and sustaining caregivers. The conference is on Thursday, March 5, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Lindsay Hall at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church, 9248 E. Riggs Road.…

State Parties – February 2026

Dakotas ‘Round Up’ Party March 12 Steve Perkins It’s time to get registered for the fun-filled Dakota Party. North Dakotans and South Dakotans and friends from Sun Lakes, SunBird, and surrounding areas are all invited to the annual Dakota Party held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, in the Sun Lakes Cottonwood…