Thursday, August 07, 2003
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.
Thursday, July 31, 2003
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.
Monday, July 28, 2003
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.
Thursday, July 24, 2003
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.
Sunday, July 20, 2003
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.
Friday, July 18, 2003
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.
Monday, July 14, 2003
Tuesday, July 01, 2003
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.
Tuesday, June 17, 2003
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
Monday, June 16, 2003
Wednesday, June 11, 2003
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.
Monday, May 26, 2003
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.
Friday, May 16, 2003
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.
Tuesday, April 29, 2003
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!
Friday, April 25, 2003
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
Monday, April 21, 2003
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
Sunday, April 20, 2003
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.
Saturday, April 19, 2003
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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