Friday, September 19, 2003



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

____________________

Monday, September 15, 2003

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Friday, September 12, 2003



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!

Thursday, September 11, 2003




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!!!!!!!!

Wednesday, September 10, 2003



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!


Monday, September 08, 2003




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

Sunday, August 31, 2003



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!"





Friday, August 29, 2003



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.

Thursday, August 28, 2003



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.

Wednesday, August 27, 2003



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.

Tuesday, August 26, 2003



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.

Thursday, August 21, 2003


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


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."

Wednesday, August 20, 2003





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



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.

Monday, August 18, 2003



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

Thursday, August 14, 2003



FOR SALE

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