David Zapatka Reader Carmela Hopkins writes, “Every month I look for your column in the Splash. Have you considered an article on the word ‘run?’ You’re on a run. I mean roll.” There are more definitions of this word than any word I have researched. Here are a few. Run verb a. to go faster than…
Category: Features
Features, December 2022
U.S. Military History: Unrecognized Heroes
Ross Dunfee When you hear your service-song played and you were in that branch of military service, please stand and be recognized. And so, the song goes, Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard, and now Space Force. In turn, veterans of each branch of military service stand, the audience appropriately applauds the veterans, and…
Features, December 2022
The Remodeling Corner
Janet Cook The National Association of the Remodeling Industry teamed up with the National Association of Realtors to survey their members to estimate the average cost of 19 home remodeling projects and the increase in market value it would bring, respectively. That information was compiled with Houselogic.com’s survey of homeowners who were asked questions to…
Features, December 2022
A Christmas Honor
Jacqueline M. Ruffino-Platt What inspires me? Arts and Crafts. Driving through a shopping mall one snowy day on the East coast, I found a brand-new store. You guessed. Arts and Crafts beyond double doors. It was Christmastime and the surroundings within the mall were beautiful. I drove into a parking space, parked my car and…
Features, December 2022
Season of Gratitude
Kathleen Ismael, Reflexology Practitioner I would like to express a great big Thank You to everyone at IronOaks Fitness and Racquet Club. So many members, residents, staff, and guests have been very gracious to me since bringing reflexology to the Sun Lakes Community. I have enjoyed meeting every one of you. Thank you for your…
Features, December 2022
Holiday Entertaining Made Easy
Phyllis Schurz With both Hanukkah and Christmas in December, it becomes a month for entertaining. It is one of those months when we do a lot of entertaining. So, it’s wise to have a few good treats on hand. Maybe it’s just a Midwestern thing, but I always associate caramel corn with Christmas. I like…
Features, December 2022
Holiday Decoration Storage Ideas
Kim Kubsch Proper holiday décor storage can help keep your space clean, protect your items, and make setting up for future holidays easier. From keeping wreaths in good condition with garment bags to repurposing egg cartons for ornaments, there are lots of ways to organize and store your holiday décor. Declutter Old Décor: Review all…
Features, December 2022
In Passing – December 2022
Gary Lee Burns Gary Lee Burns was born on Dec. 22, 1939, in Omaha, Neb., to Charles and Helen (Wallick) Burns. He passed away after a short illness on Oct. 19, 2022, in Chandler, Ariz. He moved with his family to Red Oak, Iowa, in 1945 and graduated from high school with the class of…
Features, December 2022
So Many Books, So Little Time
Violetta Armour For the readers on your Christmas list, you might be looking for a good book. This month, rather than review one book, I’m doing a short recap of some of the favorites of my book club (that started over 30 years ago in my Ahwatukee bookstore). We’ve discussed some wonderful books—and, of course,…
