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Where’s Grandma and Grandpa Thomas?




_{The picture and story below are by my son Rob Thomas and the picture below is of my grandson Ryan (yes, all our names start with an "R").... ron thomas}


Daddy says that Grandma and Grandpa Thomas can’t come down to our house for Christmas this year. Daddy says there were lots of ‘scuses, but they send their love and maybe they’ll make it down next year.

I told Daddy that maybe Santa could stop by and pick them up and drop them off at our house. Daddy said that Grandma Thomas doesn’t like to fly, and especially in that small sleigh that he toodles around in. Grandma says that it’s a wonder that Santa hasn’t had an accident, especially with all the bad weather on Christmas Eve. Grandma says Santa must have a death wish. I think Grandma is silly.

Well, maybe Grandma and Grandpa could ride the train? I’ve been checking the train, but no sign of them yet! I’ll keep watching!



Oh well, I know that Grandma and Grandpa Thomas love me and would have joined us for Christmas this year if they could have. But maybe their friends at Longview Hills could give them a little nudge during their celebrations to make sure that they come down next year! Ah, maybe that’s a little mean spirited. So what!? I’m two! Mean spirited is my middle name!

Love you and miss you Grandma and Grandpa,
Ryan

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A Big Thank You!!!!!



Thanks to all who organized, gathered tree branches, brought cookies, wine, soda etc. and instructed the floral class yesterday. It was wonderful. We all had a good time and learned how to arrange a Christmas centerpiece. I was truly amazed to see what transpired after only a few minutes of advise from the experts ( Jackie Thomas and Sue Wilson).

Hopefully we can do this again for other holidays and if you missed this one you will want to be sure and sign up for the next time around.

Thanks again !

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NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH PATROL SIGNS DONATION

Carole Barkhurst, manager of the Depoe Bay Chamber of Commerce, has assisted us in getting signs for our cars when we are out on patrol. She contacted R & R Signs in Depoe Bay and they donated the vinyl signs to affix to our cars.

A special thanks to all of our neighbors who have volunteered their time to patrol our neighborhood during the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Charlene Shimek

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SID ADKINS
Great News...Sid and Elaine made it back home yesterday afternoon. Sid is doing well and is taking it easy doing this recovery time. Welcome back home to the Adkins and that all came out well.

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The following was sent to us today by Ron Thomas in California. He's given me permission to put it on the website. Thought you all might enjoy it!

Kathy

Trip was not good. We stayed in motel 6 because they take cats. You can't
let Lori's psycho cat out of the cage because she is uncatchable. Completely
wild and viscious. So Lori lets her out because she feels sorry for her. 1
hour to recatch the SOB everyone got scratched. Cat litter gets tipped over
in the process.. Big mess. Room is all tore up because i had to pull up
mattresses and boxsprings and couldn't get it back together right. The beds
were as hard as a rock and the room was hot. If you open the curtains to let
air in it was light as day outside. Next day her cat meows all the way to
San Francisco. I get here and unload the van then park it... side swiped it
on the building in the process. The little red truck won't start then I find
the clutch must be depressed all the way to the floor... scratch the call to
the Auto Club. I open the hood to check the battery before I call them and
the guy that put it in last time we were here left clamps just hanging on
the battery. Finally start the little red truck. Massive valve clatter...
Back it into the street and park it so lori can park her car. Back to the
truck ..check oil level... No oil... no leak.. Just had oil change before
comming to our house. No burning. No oil in the water. Conclusion they
forgot to put oil in it. Go shopping at store less than a mile away twenty
minutes to get there. They want to charge me $20 more for groceries because
I don't have an Albertson's card. get card.  Are we having fun now? I built
cupboards and expanded a closet today more to do on it tommorow. Then need
to build a whole set of cupboards for one wall ... May never see Oregon
again. If I die you can have my x-10 modules.

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Women over 50!!!!


To all my over 50 friends - enjoy! and to those not
yet there - here is glimpse of your future...


Andy Rooney says.... "As I grow in age, I value women who are over 50 most
of all. Here are just a few reasons why:
An over-50 woman will never wake you in the middle of the night to ask,
"What are you thinking?" She doesn't care what you think.

If an over 50 woman doesn't want to watch the game, she doesn't sit around whining about it. She does something she wants to do. And it's usually something more interesting.

An over 50 woman knows herself well enough to be assured in who she is, what she is, what she wants, and from whom. Few women
past the age of 50 give a darn what you might think about her or what she's doing.

An over 50 woman usually has had her fill of "meaningful relationships" and "commitment." The last thing she wants in her life is another dopey, clingy, whiny, dependent lover.

Over 50 women are dignified. They seldom have a screaming match with you at the opera or in the middle of an expensive restaurant. Of course, if you deserve it, they won't hesitate to shoot you if they think they can get away with it.

Over 50 women are generous with praise, often
undeserved. They know what it's like to be unappreciated.

An over 50 woman has the self-assurance to introduce you to her women friends. A younger woman with a man will often ignore even her best friend because she doesn't trust the guy with other women. A woman over 50 woman
couldn't care less if you're attracted to her friends because she knows her friends won't betray her.

Women get psychic as they age. You never have to confess your sins to an over 50 woman. They always know.

An over 50 woman looks good wearing bright red lipstick. This is not true of younger women.
Over 50 women are forthright and honest. They'll tell you right off you are a jerk if you are acting like one. You don't ever have to wonder where you stand with her.

Yes, we praise over 50 women for a multitude of
reasons. Unfortunately, it's not reciprocal. For every stunning, smart, well-coiffed hot woman of 50+, there is a bald, paunchy relic in yellow pants making a fool of himself with some 22-year-old waitress.

Ladies, I apologize...

Andy Rooney

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Testing to get Kathy signed on writing colors and all this stuff

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Testing to see if Kathy can email to our web page..this is Ron Thomas

 

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SOCIAL CLUB MEETING TODAY AT 4:00 PM. EVERYONE WELCOME.

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NO NURSING HOME FOR ME!



With the average cost for a nursing home reaching $188 per day, there is a better way, when get old and feeble.

I have ascertained that I can get a nice room at the Holiday Inn for around $65 ... that leaves $123 a day for beer, food (room service), laundry, gratuities and special TV movies. They have a swimming pool, a workout room, a lounge, washer, dryer, etc. Most have free toothpaste and razors and all have free shampoo and soap!

Super 8 is somewhat more economical and they have a free breakfast, though you usually have to walk next door for lunch and dinner. (There may be a bit of a wait to get that first floor room, but that's OK. It takes months to get into decent nursing homes!)

There is the Senior Bus, the Handicap bus (if you fake a decent limp), a Church bus or van, cabs, and even a regular bus. For a change of lunch take the Airport Bus and eat at one of the fast food cafes there. The Inn has security, and if someone sees you drop over, they will call an ambulance. And should you break a hip ... the American way is to sue. What more can you ask for?

As a bonus, they all have AARP and other Senior discounts!

So ... When I reach the Golden Age
Please help me keep my grin,
Just check my old, rickety ass
Into the nearest Holiday Inn!

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DRIVERS

Women Drivers ! !

While driving to the office this morning on the Interstate, I looked over to my left and there was a Woman in a brand new Cadillac doing 65 mph with her face up next to her rear view mirror putting on her eyeliner. I looked away
for a couple seconds, and when I looked back she was halfway over in my lane, still working on that makeup.

As a man, I don't scare easily. But she scared me so much I dropped my electric shaver, which knocked the donut out of my other hand. In all the confusion of trying to straighten out the car using my knees against the steering wheel, it knocked my cell phone away from my ear which fell into the coffee between my legs, splashed, soaked my trousers, ruined the phone and
disconnected the important call.

OH THOSE MEN DRIVERS!!!!!!!!

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COMPUTER VIRUS

I received this email from a friend, don't know if it is a hoax or not, but thought I should post on the LVH web page in case it is true. Please see the following message.


In the next several weeks be VERY cautious about opening or launching any e-mails that refer to the World Trade Center or 9/11 in any way, regardless of who sent it. PLEASE FORWARD TO ALL YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY.

FOR THOSE WHO DON'T KNOW, "WTC" STANDS FOR THE WORLD TRADE CENTER. REALLY DANGEROUS BECAUSE PEOPLE WILL OPEN IT RIGHT AWAY, THINKING ITS A STORY RELATING TO 9/11!

BIGGGG TROUBLE !!!! DO NOT OPEN "WTC Survivor" It is a virus that
will erase your whole "C" drive. It will come to you in the form of an E-Mail from a familiar person. I repeat, a friend sent it to me,
but called and warned me before I opened it. He was not so lucky and now he can't even start his computer!

Forward this to everyone in your address book. I would rather receive this 25 times than not at all. So, if you receive an email called "WTC Survivor", do not open it. Delete it right away! This virus removes all dynamic link libraries (.dll files) from your computer.

PLEASE FORWARD THIS MESSAGE!

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This is a test to see if I am in the right place.

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THE SALE OF THE YEAR

Phew! That was quite a sale Saturday, and I can now walk into my storage area in the garage without climbing over and under things. Those things are now history, and my wallet a little better off. I'm trying to decide how to put the dollars back into the economy. Bet you didn't know how patriotic I am. Of course, there are always lunches out with the 'girls"; maybe put it towards a little sprucing up of my family room; can always thumb through my Lands' End catalog and find something I can't live without; definitely, a few bucks for a couple large bags of dog food for the Newport animal shelter; and nipper could use a couple new tennis balls since she managed to drop two of hers into a paint bucket as son, Ron, was painting......I think I'm broke already!

I stayed open until 3:45, and people still came in with their quarters and dollar bills. Cheap sale items. Nice, nice people, all of them. Friendly, talkative, and very polite. As you know it was cold and windy, and my patio sale became very popular. Do you sit and keep your ears open to some of the conversations going on? One that I overheard was so funny, well to me anyway. I had some really nice cotton bath towels bundled up into twos....two for $1.50. One man (may I say an elderly man?) wanted to buy a couple sets. His wife told him they didn't need any more towels. He insisted, she persisted and guess who won? Her last "NO" was very loud and final. One young family with small children looked everything over, and the father became very interested in a fishing pole for sale. The little boy of the family very firmly told his dad he didn't need anymore fishing poles!! Out of the mouths of children. Do you think he picked that up from his mother? Once again the pole is stored away.

Tomorrow begins another month of 2003. Fall is on the way and hopefully rain to follow. Oh yes, and the old reminder that someone always has to say, "Only four months until Christmas!"

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Pre - Sale Activities Tonight

Remember tonight at the LVH Club House at 5 PM is the pre - sale for all residents. Bring goodies, something to drink, if so inclined, and lists of what items are in your sale. We found out last year that if you make multiply copies of your list with your name and house number it is easier for everyone. That way you just pass out the papers and review. Last year we had several purchases prior to the Saturday sale.

Hope to see you at the club house today.

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SID IS HOME AT LAST
I just spoke with Elaine, she just got back from Portland with Sid. He will be recovery at home and has a ways to go yet to be back up on his feet. It's best not to drop in for a visit yet, until we get the word that he is taking visitors at home, he is very tired per Elaine. She and Sid thanks everyone for their prayers and keeping an eye on there home. I know we all wish and pray for Sid's full recovery. The Doctors were amazed how quickly he came around and feels he is just one strong hearted person.

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Early Morning Driver

Neighbor reported a car circling the block this morning at 4:15 Am It drove around the block 3 times on 55th and 54th streets. Some motion lights came on but I am not sure if the car stopped. As far as I know nothing was disturbed. We did verify it was not the paper man.

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UP DATE ON SID ATKINS
Good news, Sid is doing much better at this point. He has been moved from ICU to his own room and each day he seems to be inproving. He will be moved to the Rehab Center within OHSU soon for PT rehabilition, his stay there is unknow. If anyone would like to send a get well card to him, his address is:
Sid Atkins
OHSU
Floor 9-C, Room #53-1
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road
Portland, Oregon 97201

Elaine is home for this week and will be heading back to Portland on Saturday to be with Sid. Let's continue prayers for his speeding recovery.

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UPDATE ON SID ATKINS

Elaine called with update on Sid this evening, Sid has taken a turn for the worse and is heavily sedated because of seizure activities. He is still in ICU and is in guarded condition. Please include Sid and Elaine in your prayers.

Charles & Frida Burke

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Something to make your Laugh.

Friday Funnies – Medical Alert
Did you hear about the man that met a little girl wearing a medical alert bracelet? He asked the little girl what it was for.

She answered, " I am allergic to eggs and nuts."
He asked if she was allergic to cats.
She answered " I don't know-I don't eat cats."

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UPDATE ON SID ATKINS
Elaine called fro OHSU in Portland and reported that Sid had two surgeries since 1 AM this morning. Sid is in ICU and will be for a few more days. Dr.s say his priognosis is good. We will update you on his condition as we get more information from Elaine.

Frida & Charles Burke

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A BIG THANKS!!!!

Thank you all for your donation and pledges to the "Cancer Kickin Crusade" The Relay for Life lasted from 12:00 noon on Friday August 8th to 12 :00 Noon on Saturday August 9th. The GP team raised $8,500 through pledges, donations, bake sales and auctions at the mill.

The emotion that goes through one as you walk the first lap around the track and see the illuminaries with names of cancer victims as well as survivors is overwhelming.

It was a privilege to walk in the marathon and one I hope to repeat next year. Thanks again for your support.

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FOR SALE

2 NEW 24" bar stools, White Legs with Light Natural wood on the seat. Both $20.00

Pre 1940 wood rocker - needs refinish Very Sturdy Wood Slate Seat and Back. Make Offer

Boston Rocker with Forest Green Chair Pads Like New Condition. $35.00

Donna Talarski
265-5530

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FOR SALE

21 INCH DEWALT HEAVY DUTY VARIABLE SPEED SCROLL SAW. INCLUDES STAND AND LIGHT. ALMOST NEW CALL 265-6529

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Slim Pickins!

What a sorry lot we are here at LVH. Ron is gone and this web page is falling to the wayside. No new posting since Sunday? I can't believe none of us has nothing to say or that all is quite on the western front.

It's certainly not quite down in my section, a dozer moved in yesterday and he is moving dirt from morning til night. Windows or shaking, dogs are barking, and the dust is flying. Let's all pray the West Wind doesn't start before that hugh pile of dirt is buried or hauled away. If the winds pick up we will all have brown houses on 55th Street.

Okay folks, let's make Ron proud! Get your creative juices flowing and lets post some interesting articles on this page.

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CANCER KICKIN CRUSADE

Most of us have been touched by cancer, either through a family member or friend. Friday and Saturday August 8th and 9th is the Relay for Life at the Newport Highschool. I have the privilege of walking in this marathon on Saturday. Since I am walking with the Georgia Pacific Team all of the proceed we collect will be matched dollar for dollar by Georgia Pacific.

We have already held several bake sales at the mill along with auctions and pledges. If you would like to pledge any amount to this cause, either post your name and the amount you want to pledge as a comment to this article or call me at 961-1991. All the money raised will go to The American Cancer Society for research and support groups.

Thank you for your support: working together we have the opportunity to wipe out cancer in our lifetime.

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BLUEBERRY PICKING TIME IS HERE!!!

If you like Oregon Blueberries as much as I do, then Gibson's Farms is the place to go for Pick Your Own. They opened last Saturday and will pick Monday thru Saturday for as long as the season last. The price this years is 80 cent per lb and you need to bring your own buckets to take the berries home. They will have buckets for you to use to pick. For hours of operation call 444-2292 for a recorded message.

Directions are West on Highway 20 to Toledo (Dairy Queen) Left or North on 229. After you pass through Siletz Gibson's will be on your right. No big signs just blueberry bushes/trees and an opening in the fence. Pull into the field and find a place to park. You will find some girls with buckets and a scale on a flat bed trailer somewhere in the rows. This is your starting point they will direct you from there.

Take a group have some fun they don't charge you for all you eat as you pick. For a real adventure, after picking stay on 229 North it will bring you out on Hwy 101 just south of Lincoln City. A small but very scenic road along the Sieltz river, deep in the woods. The trip is slow going, so don't be in a hurry.

Trivia question: as you get closer to 101 see if you can name the movie this river appeared in: hint Henry Fonda and Paul Neuman were father and son.

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LVH Garage Sale

What is your opinion on charging a nominal fee, say $5.00 per household, to be included in the LVH Garage Sale? Since the Social Club covers all expenses, i.e advertising, balloons, maps etc, this would be a way to cover the cost and raise money for the Social Club.
If anyone thinks this is a good suggestion, it could be brought up at the next meeting. Lets hear your thoughts.

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boys will be boys


BOYS WILL BE BOYS

Today at 12:45 while driving through the gate we were met with a delightful sight. There on the grass just below Louise Vaughn's house were two young bucks. They were playfully romping and butting each other. When they heard us they stopped and must have decided we were ok so they went back to playing.

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YARD CREW PROJECT!!!!!

The LVH Yard Crew has another project and will be gathering Saturday July 19th at 10 AM. Thanks to the Wilsons, Paradis,Shimeks, Newmans and the Burkes for your help. Bring your shovels, hoes, diggers, weedeaters, buckets gloves and a good strong back. We also have another tentative crew set to work on Wednesday July 23rd if we don't finish on Saturday. I will notify all those I have called if the 23rd is still needed.

If you are thinking of volunteers, but haven't yet give me a call. It is fun, good exercise, helps you get to know your neighbors and leaves you with a feeling of accomplishment. We can find a job for everyone no matter what your limitations.

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FOR SALE..

TWO (2) White with natural wood seats 24 inch high bar stools>>>NEW, never used. $15.00 each or both for $25.00

Old Wood Rocker pre- 1930 ..very sturdy needs refinish.. $50.00

Larger Smoker BBQ Pit with 2 side redwood shelves on Wheels. Good Condition: $30.00



961-1991

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No new projects!!!!!


The "Curb Appeal Crew" is at a stand-still in finding new projects. No one has come forward with new nominations. We did investigate a few potential yards and either they did not fall under the criteria of
(Physical ability and financial need) or they did not want or services.

Don't be bashful, if you know of someone or YOU are in need please call me. If we loose the momentum of the workers you may find you are to little and to late for any positive results.

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FOR SALE



Two, two-drawer files, executive quality. New condition.
29" tall, 26 1/2" deep, 15" wide. Matching pair at
$25.00 each. Buy one or both.
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Computer desk with two file drawers and modem area.
53 1/2" long, 23" deep, 29" tall. Sturdy. $25.00

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Executive office chair. Excellent condition. Cost $100
Will sell for $40.00.

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Freestyle exerciser. $20.00

Prices firm - I hate to haggle!! Call 574-1052

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FOR SALE TREADMILL


GOOD CONDITION, FIXED INCLINE MONITORS SPEED, MILES, AND HEART BEAT. $75.00 PHONE 961-1991

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WANTED!!!!!!!!


Folks that will join a group of other LVH residents to help other LVH residents with their yard work. A group of us were kicking around the idea of helping others, sharing plants was the first idea, then we moved on to sharing labor.

What do you think of starting a group to do light yard work for residents that can't and don't have the money to hire a lawn person.? If enough of us get together with rakes, shovels and good strong backs we could complete the weeding, trimming and mulching in a Saturday morning. The home owner would still be responsible for any need supplies, i.e shrubs, mulch, grass seed etc. The yard crew would only offer their labor free to the homeowner. We could have a signup sheet at the club house for residents needing and wanting yard service and another for residents interested in offering their labor.

This would be a way to spruce up the park and share with others at the same time. Let's hear your ideas, questions and or comments.

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Thomas & Shimek snoop..

_{editor's note.... Dee Shimek was in the passenger seat shining his light down them there other crannies and nooks too!}

Last Saturday night one of our residents, Ron Thomas, was seen patroling the neighborhood late at night keeping us
safe. He was seen shinning his flash light down dark paths and in every nook and cranny that someone
could hide in. He also stopped in front of my house and shinned it in my dinning room window to say HI.
Thanks Ron for helping us to feel safer.

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Just when you thought it was safe reality hits......

Last night about 10:15pm as we were sitting watching tv
our backyard lights went on. I went to see what kind of animal set them off. Needless to say I didn't see anything.
A couple of minutes later our door bell rang. Jim went to answer the door and no one was at either door. I
called the police and that wasn't easy because I got a machine telling me what number to call. The number in the phone book is not correct.For your information the correct number is 265-4231. I hadn't called 911 because it was not life threatening.The number the recording gave me was for during the day so I called 911. They said the police were in the area looking for a suspicious character.They also gave me the above number to call to get the dispatch office. Once I got a hold of them the police were here very quickly. They searched all around and of course were not able to find anything. About 11 or 11:15 our lights went on in the back again and we called again, another police person came and she walked the trail behind our houses. Unfortunately both times turned up empty handed but, maybe an another burglary attempt was averted. I guess we have to still keep our eyes and ears open for neighborhood watch to work.

Jim and Bonnie Rose

_{editorial comment
by ron thomas .....
jim & bonnie have an X-10 movement detection system that covers the path behind their home and also gives an indication to them when they are in the living room that the lights in the backyard have been set off by movement. we should consider developing a rapid community response in case of things like this happening in the future. a cascading rapid phone call system to block captians and all residents would be a good thing. another idea would be to get several residents into the area with flashlights and cell phones.. making a lot of noise. This would be a good discussion at the Neighborhood Watch Meeting.}

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Been Tripping Lately???


No, I'm not talkiing about falling down. My idea of retirement was to travel and see the world. Then I settled for the Oregon Coast, because everything is a dim light compared to the Coast. I am not a true Oregonian but I got here as soon as I could. Though I am not retired I would like to take day trips to interesting places and see more of Oregon. How many of you are getting itchy feet to do some traveling now that Spring is springing? I don't know much about travel arrangements but I have spent a lifetime managing inventory for big business so I guess it is something I could learn: unless we have volunteers to take on this little project.

My friend BettyBop is an expert and she had some wonderful day trips when I first moved to LVH, but now she has her hands pretty full. Last Summer there were also some good trips to out of the way places. I would like to see that tradition carried forward and plan more group day trips to various sights. Who else would be interested? How about some ideas of places to go and things to see. Get those creative juices flowing and generate some ideas!

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Information on Emergency Lift Services:

_{submitted by dave & ruth martin}

There is no charge for assistance from the fire dept. We have never had to have an ambulance, so I do not know about that. But the fire dept assistance is paid by the taxpayers. We have nothing but the highest praise for this service. They are prompt,courteous and extremely quick. 911 is the way to get this help. If it is not an emergency, they will not come with flashing lights and sirens. Please feel free to refer people to us

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FOR SALE

APPLE MCINTOSH IMAC COMPUTER
0S/9 AND LATEST OS/X SOFTWARE
192 MB MEMORY
DVD/CD BUILT IN SPEAKERS
KEYBOARD AND MOUSE
LIKE NEW (3YEARS OLD) paid $1,645
Sell for $490.00 firm

call 265-6529

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Well I made it!


I followed the directions to the Nth degree and got to this spot. If I can do it then anyone who can read or write could post articles to this page. Hopefully, I will have something interesting to say in the future.

For Sale:
Black, large Smoker BBQ grill with cover, 2 redwood side shelves and covered ash pit. Good condition. asking $35.00 961-1991

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FROM DEER LANE


Bulletin Board Posters

A suggestion has been made by Larry, manager, that any person placing a bulletin or other information on one of the three bulletin boards to sign your name. He also requests that any information taped to the entrance door be limited. I suggest that all items be dated.

This is all a good idea; thanks for your cooperation. I try hard to keep the boards neat, orderly and up-to-date. Suggestions are always welcome.

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FROM DEER LANE

Gini and Steve Cline have sold their home, and they have moved to their apartment in Portland. Gini stopped by the first of the week while walking their dog, Treble, and brought me up-to-date concerning the florist shop she and her daughter, Toni Perry, own in the Old Sellwood area of Portland. I'm sure all wish her the best of luck.

After my visit with Gini, I decided my sister, Lois, who lives in Oceanside, California, deserved an Easter basket of flowers. Lois who is 12 years older than yours truly was the one of three sisters who helped me make May Day baskets for my friends in Culbertson, Nebraska. Long, long ago! Not knowing the florist shop address or phone number, I searched the web and located the web site which gave me all the information to order the flowers. They arrived the same day, and a neighbor of my sister sent me an email this morning that the basket is beautiful.

This long story is to relate to you the information about THE PURPLE IRIS FLORIST. The toll free number is 888/234-1070, and the e-mail address is:thepurpleiris@yahoo.com. She will be happy to hear from LVH residents, and stated that she will extend great service. Visit her web site at http://www.sellwoodletip.com/Florist.html for more information. To all....have a nice Easter day!

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FOR SALE

HP V 40 XI MULTI FUNCTION COLOR PRINTER
FAX...SCAN...COPY...PRINT

$60.00

call 265-6529

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GRETCHEN



I learned early in life, that when you're small, you have to compensate. If you don't, everyone will walk all over you! If you're timid and shy, everybody will try and take advantage of you. Being a runt, I speak from experience!

One day, as I lay by the fire, snuggled at my mistress's feet, I thought back to when my mama gave me a pep talk. It was shortly before I left mama's home for good. "Gretchen," she said, "Buck up, girl! No one's going to respect you if you cower in the corner or hide behind your mistress's skirts. What you need is ATTITUDE! You come from strong German stock. That's why you're so stubborn! It's just part of your nature!

I smiled to myself as I recalled mama's sweet words. From that day on, I held my head high and determined that I wouldn't take any guff from anybody. It was the best advice I ever received!

First, I had to properly train my human mistress. She was of the mistaken opinion that when I went to live with her, SHE was in charge of ME and I was to follow her orders without question! We struggled for a few weeks, but she finally came to understand that she was to be at MY beckon call, and not the reverse! Once she grasped that idea, things began to run more smoothly.

Whenever I took my mistress out for a stroll in the park we live in, she would become angry and shout at me to quit barking at everyone I saw. Some of these humans we encountered, were mean, old farts! She didn't realize that some of these same people, who were nice to me when she was around, made degrading comments to me, the minute she was out of earshot! I had no way of making her understand that I was cussing these bullies out in German!

This human has been good to me, and in her own strange way, I'm sure she really cares about me. I've never understood the weird baby talk she talks to me, but I've forgiven her, because I know deep down that she has a kind heart.

I still test her every now and then, by peeing on her carpet. It's the only way I can tell for SURE that she really still loves me! She used to get so upset when I'd do that, but now she just gets that sappy look on her face and tells me she knows I couldn't help it. (Yeah, right!) Just for good measure, once every six months or so, I also hack up my dinner onto the floor! It's just that I get bored and have to create a little excitement! She thinks I'm sick and gives me extra cuddles and goodies, so it's really good for both of us. (Maybe she wouldn't see it that way?)

My one complaint is, I HATE THURSDAY NIGHTS! My mistress, and the other human who lives in my house, both go to the clubhouse for some stupid "game night." I would absolutely LOVE to stay home alone. Then I'd have PARTY TIME! I could go in any room I wanted, lie on the beds, hide under the dresser, drag the garbage out of the trash can .... it would be FABULOUS! But nooooooo ..... they don't realize I'm a BIG girl and I can be left alone! Instead they drag me along in the car, where I have to sit for 2 or 3 hours! BORING! Sure they wrap me in warm blankets and bring me special treats, but ya know .... girls just wanna have fun!

Oh well, over all, life is good! Good food, a good bed, humans who usually mind me pretty well. All in all, what more could a girl want?

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Block Captains and Any Interested Persons


When you talk to your assigned houses please take the opportunity to mention the articles that Ron Thomas has been posting.
The fact that extra allertness during the coming Holiday is essential. Please do not be afraid to report anything that just doesn't
look right or feel right to you. We have a great bunch of residents here at LVH and together we can deter crime and become a
closer knit community. We have wonderful benefactors living among us, Ron Thomas together with his wife Jacky are a giving
caring couple that reach out to all and ask for nothing in return except that we also care about each other. If I can be of any help
please email me. Click here

Arlene Klish

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Welcome Committee Says....

Your "Welcome Committee" is still asking for help in locating any new residents moving into our park.
Please let the Furgason's or the Rose's know when this happens. We welcomed four last month into
our community.

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Cleda Tries Her Hand @ Writing How About You?

First, this is the second typing! I pushed the wrong key and whish it disappeared. My excuse is that I'm very new at this.
After breakfast this morning, and by the way it was delicious, I rushed home to try out three new things Ron put under the heading, Entertainment. Since then I have checked out "The Oregonian", "Statesman Journal", and MSN Free Games. The two newspapers are great, and I'm sure all will enjoy them. Also; when I was reading the "Statesman Journal", I scrolled to the bottom of the page and clicked on to "USA Today". Surprise! Following my brief reading of the newspapers, I tried the MSN Free Games. I lost two games of solitaire and plan to give the poker game a try. Thanks to Ron....the LVH web page only gets better. Maybe if I hint a little, he will also add the local "News Times". Thanks for reading this....you are so brave!!

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HOW TO MAKE YOUR HOME SAFE

Put up Beware of Dog signs (available at Fred Meyers for 99 cents.

Put a very large dog dish outside your back door.

If you are a woman alone put a pair of men's boots outside your door.

Put motion detector lights wherever appropriate such as your front porch, back deck, over the garage door and Breezeway door. If you have an enclosed breezeway you may wish to put a motion detector light outside your utility room door.

Put peephole hardware in your doors so that you can see who comes to your door. Available at Fred Meyer for $4.99.

Install window locks with thumbscrews. These are available at Fred Meyer for $2.49 for the vertical windows. For horizontal sliding windows you may consider cutting pieces of hardwood to put in the track to act as a stop.

If you have tall bushes outside your window cut them back as they provide a place for intruders to hide.

Put door jammer bars on all exterior doors. These are adjustable to fit any doorknob height. They are made of heavy-duty steel. Cost $24.95. An alternative is the installation of an extra dead-bolt assembly.

Use Super door alarm. They are motion sensitive. 125 decibels with and on-off switch. They use a 9volt battery. They cost $9.95

If you do have a monitored alarm system keep it on even when you are home. A monitored system has a monthly fee ranging from $21.95 to $29.95 depending on the service company. Initial hardware installation will cost up to $800. These systems cover burglary and fire. Remote portable keypads are usually included which allow you to open your garage door, turn on the lights, and turn the system on or off from your car. To offset these costs your insurance company will give you at least a 15% discount.

A non-monitored wireless system is available from Radio Shack for as little as $149.00. This includes coverage for front and back door and one motion detector within your house. Additional door contacts and motion detectors can be added.

Even if you do not have an alarm system you can get stickers that say you do. The internet site for free Ace Alarm stickers is reached by typing in Ace Alarm Window Decal and then Search.

Put lamps and radio on a timer and place these items in appropriate rooms when you are gone. Timers are available at Fred Meyer for under $10.00. They should operate both in the am and pm.

When you leave your car be sure to lock/hide your garage door opener control in the glove compartment. If your car is being serviced give only the valet key to the service department. The thief can obtain your door opening code very easily.

The striker plates for your deadbolt and doorknob lock are installed with only 1 inch long screws into a 5/8 inch thick piece of wood. This piece of wood is next to a 2 x 6 wall stud. The screws should be removed and replaced with 3 and 1/2 inch screws. These longer screws should also be used to reinforce the hinge side of the door. This upgrade is appropriate for all exterior doors.

Lock up your tools in a container in the garage so that the burglars have to bring their own.

Do not leave your ladder outside, lock it in the garage.

Do not store your valuables (cash or jewelry) in the master bedroom, bathroom or closet. These are the first places that thieves look. Thieves are generally only in the house for less than 10 minutes. Make it hard for them to find your valuables.

Take pictures of all of your significant valuables including electronic components. Keep sales receipt records. Etch your Drivers License Number on all big dollar items. Make an inventory of all valuables for insurance and recovery purposes.

Recheck your insurance policy to see that current homeowners coverage is sufficient to protect your inventory of valuables.

Charlene Shimek

ATTENTION: MOTOR HOME OWNERS

The Family Motor Coach Association (FMCA) will provide you with a free decal as part of their antitheft program. You can get this decal "FMCA Protected" by calling the national office (800-543-3622 and providing your membership number.

I am still trying to find some free decals for our homes but no luck as of today. If any of you have any ideas please let me know.

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HELP!!!!!

Your "Welcoming Committee" needs your help in locating any new residents of LVH.
If you know of anyone about to move into our area, or has moved in within the last
two months please contact either the Rose's or the Furgason's. We would appreciate
any help that anyone can give us in this area.
Email the Welcome Commitee here

Thank you Jim Rose

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THANKS EVERYONE...

Thank you to all the residents of LVH for all the concern they showed me. Your cards, calls, and thoughts
were greatly appreciated. I am well on the road to recovery and look forward to seeing all of you around
the park.

Jim Rose

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GETTING IN THE SWIM OF THINGS!

Since Devon and I moved here in 1992 we followed Joy Newman's lead and joined the water aerobics class at the Newport Swimming Pool. Margaret Stogsdill also participates in this class. Today Peg Rosica joined us and rumor has it that Pat Draper may soon attend. Class is from 8 o'clock until 9. It is a lot of fun and good exercise. Won't some more of you join us? Men are welcome too!

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Watch Out For Your Neighbors!!!!

We just came home to find a strange truck in our driveway, a ladder leaning the roof, and a strange man removing screens from the windows. We asked him who he was and what he was doing. He replied that he was doing what the lady asked him to do. I told him that I lived there and I had no idea who he was. As it turned out he was at 6025 NE Deer Lane and should have been at 6205 NE Deer Lane. He was there, he said, to wash windows. This may have been an innocent mistake but disturbing nethertheless.

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Help for a Neghbor

I am seeking help for one of our residents. Gladys Hull has a problem. Her back yard is showing signs of sinking into the canyon (sound familiar) and she wants to find out who to call (what kind of ground-slipping-into--the-canyon type person) to find answers before her house is affected. Her queries so far have fallen on deaf ears. Anyone out there know who she can get help from?