Pride in Our Military Medals by Bob Chapin Board Meetings: Falls Run Has a Rich Heritage of Men and Women Who Have Served Our VCA: 11/6 @ 7PM Nation Honorably

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ANNOUNCEMENTS Pride in our Military Medals By Bob Chapin Board Meetings: Falls Run has a rich heritage of men and women who have served our VCA: 11/6 @ 7PM nation honorably. The list of names of those on the Wall of Honor – those FRCA: 11/20 @ 7PM who have passed, and the many currently with us, are a testament to their unselfish service. Some have paid the ultimate sacrifice which we shall never forget. International Dinner From the time each member has been inducted, enlisted, or graduated Saturday, November 9, from the various military academies, medals have always been a reminder 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM of their accomplishments. Free, BYOB & dish to share Among the members of our prestigious gathering of men and women in Falls Run, a variety of medals have been awarded. It begins in basic training and can be seen on dress uniforms. Medals for good conduct, marksman- ship, unit citations, Presidential citations and various acts of valor. VETERAN’S DAY Program One attribute for which recipients are known is the honor they bestow Monday, November 11, on our great country. Each member wears his or her medals proudly and 11AM – 12PM without the need to gain self-praise. Each medal is awarded without a motive. Performance of duty and love of country are the pride of wearing a Unites States military medal.

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Don’t forget the Toys for the tots! Each person wearing the distinction of honor is unsuspecting of its powerful significance. Most medals or citations are awarded with total surprise to the men or women who are just doing their appointed tasks. If there was an account of medals awarded to the members of the armed services who

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Falls Run Gazette Pride in our Military Medals Continued from front page The Falls Run Gazette is the reside here in Falls Run the number There are two most recognized official publication of the Falls would astonish many of us. Military medals: the first is The Purple service and its medals are a concept Run Community. The magazine, Heart for wounds received in that evokes pride that raise a patriotic action; the second is nation’s highest distributed to all Falls Run resi- sense of purpose. We are proud of award, is the Medal of Honor dences, is published monthly 11 our silent “heroes” who have taken (MOH) for conspicuous gallantry times per year, with a combined the challenge to make us appreciate and intrepidness at the risk of life July-August issue. Story ideas the sacrifices made in the name of above and beyond the call of duty, country and moral excellence. or articles can be submitted to first awarded in 1863. the Gazette Committee Chair ([email protected]). Committee Chair: Susan Smart Holiday Gala – Save the Date! Committee Secretary: Monday, December 9, 2019, is the annual Falls Nancy Bevilacqua Run Holiday Gala at the unique Old Silk Mill. Editor: Susan Smart Come and enjoy a nice meal that you don’t have to cook, and share it with your friends Staff writers: and neighbors. Of course there will be deli- Nancy Bevilacqua cious and tempting desserts, and as always, it Bob Chapin will be a good time with live music for your listening and dancing pleasure. Murray Corliss What better way to get into the holiday spirit! Watch for Lara Lewis’s updates; Astrid Dick it will also be posted on the Center’s bulletin board. Pat Donohue Joan Frank Carolyn Harmon Susanne Lazanov Susan Smart In memoriam Staff photographer: Carolyn Harmon Ethel Valois Advertising manager: The Falls Run Community extends sincere sympathy Lara Lewis to the family on the loss of their loved one. [email protected]

Falls Run Community Association FRC Violations as deemed by the Covenants Committee President: Rick Chevrette Type of Violation Occurrences Throughout [email protected] as of 10/9/2019 Community Tree/shrub trimming 3 General manager: Plastic/fake flowers 2 Dominic Klepic, (540) 899-9958 Remove weeds 1 [email protected] Mow yard/grass 2 Activities director: Replace dead sod 1 Lara Lewis, (540) 371-4563 Pets not on leash/pick up after pets Several [email protected]

Villas Election Uncontested Make certain your By Anita Deegan, Chair, Villas Election Committee vote is counted The Villas will not have a contested election this year. By Susanne Lazanov, There are two seats open on the Board being vacated FRCA Election Committee chair by Tom Catalano and John Deegan, who have both On Nov. 4, the Falls Run Election Committee will served two consecutive three-year terms each. The mail a packet containing a cover letter, the candidates’ only candidate who stepped forward was Kathleen statements, a ballot and a return envelope to every Catalano. So I thank Kathy for her commitment and owner of record. Voting begins on Nov. 5. willingness to serve our community for a three-year term of office on the Board. Although the rules are clearly stated on the ballot, each year some have to be disqualified. What can you do Election packages were still mailed to all Villa to ensure that your vote is counted? Mark the ballot homeowners of record on Friday, October 11, 2019. in ink, vote for no more than three candidates, and However, no ballot was enclosed. A Proxy Form was return the ballot before the Dec. 2, 2pm, deadline in enclosed in the mailing because a quorum is needed a sealed envelope containing your name and address. in order to conduct an official Annual Meeting of the Association. You may have your designated Please keep in mind that the committee uses the Proxy hand carry it to the Annual Meeting. envelope’s identifying information only to ensure no more than one ballot per household. We discard At the Annual Meeting, Kathleen Catalano will the envelopes even before unfolding the ballots. be elected by acclamation to the Villas Board of Directors, beginning November 2019 and This year we hope to set a new record for ballots running through November 2022. returned. Kindly reach out to the FRCA Election Committee chair, Susanne Lazanov (540-310-4082 or [email protected]) with any concerns or questions. 4 Falls Run GAZETTE November 2019

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The ultimate in form and function, classic automobiles arrived at the Community Center. Old, not so old, sleek, not so sleek, big, not so big - yet all so particularly beautiful.

1931 Model A won 1st place

Lincoln took 2nd place

3rd place, the Cobra

Left to right: 3rd Place winner John Padgett; 2nd Place winner Michael Michell; and 1st Place winner Guest.

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THE 2019 FALLS RUN ART SHOW By Carolyn Harmon

It was a great turnout for an afternoon of the beautiful art of 17 artists, luscious food, fun, and fellowship.

As usual this was so enjoyable. We do have so many talented artists here! Just want to say thank you to the artists and the rest of the organizers of this yearly event. I really look forward to it each year. — Darleen Mandt

A lesson in the evolution of a portrait by Toni Brown November 2019 Falls Run GAZETTE 7

All of the Art Shows during the past years have been beautiful but this last one, yesterday, was spectacular. The number of art that was displayed was almost overwhelming and the talent is absolutely remarkable What talent we have in Falls Run and thank you so much for sharing. Actually there were a couple of paintings that I would have purchased but unfortunately they were not for sale and I understand why. Thank everyone who worked so hard to make a wonderful afternoon for the community. — Mary Mork

It was a very special day for one man, surrounded by his peers, aided by his daughters, and loved by all: Robert Bowen is truly Falls Run’s own talented treasure. A retired Navy man, he can still tell some tales with a smile and a twinkle in his eyes, although he has reached the venerable age of 90. Those same eyes have failed, and Bob is now legally blind. Remarkably, he still paints and feels that now he is doing his best work. Congratulations to Bob Owen upon receiving The Falls Run Art Community recognition of your “efforts and talents as a distinguished artist.”

Left to right: Patti Bowen Hollinger, Bob Bowen, Susan Bowen

Thank you to all who attended the Community Art Show yesterday. Seventeen artists displayed their beautiful works and enjoyed appreciation, comments and purchases. Many helping hands contributed to the success of the show--Lara and Sean for activity support and set-up, Taylor Cullar and Linda Ward for directing the show staging and layout, Vera Lukas and Margie Marfori for organizing and managing refreshments and each of the talented artists in our community for sharing their fine works. It is always remarkable to enjoy the kindness and support extended within our community! — Ann Holt Paintings by Bob Bowen 8 Falls Run GAZETTE November 2019

The Pilgrims’ Pie in a Pumpkin Ingredients: By Carolyn Harmon • 1 small sugar pumpkin (4-5 inches The first Thanks- high, about 18 inches around) giving at Plymouth • ¾ cup sugar Plantation in 1621 • 3 large eggs plus 4 egg yolks was a three-day • 1 Tsp vanilla extract and/or 1 harvest celebration by ½ Tsp pumpkin pie spice the first year survi- vors. Since landing, • 2 cups heavy cream the colonists had • 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour endured a harsh winter and epidemics that felled • Pinch of salt nearly half of the original group. Especially hard hit were the women: only four survived. The men Directions: numbered 22 and there were about 25 children and 1. Prepare pumpkin by scooping out the teenagers. seeds and pulp. Place it on a baking sheet. They were outnumbered by Massasoit, the leader of 2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. the Pokanoket Wampanoag, accompanied by 90 men 3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together who presented the colonists with five deer. Wild fowl the sugar, eggs, and vanilla. such as turkey or duck may have been on the menu, 4. Add the heavy cream, flour, optional spices, as well as fish and shellfish. Fruits and vegetables and salt and whisk until fully combined. from home gardens — cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, 5. Pour mixture into your prepared pumpkin leeks, lettuce, parsnips, and pumpkins — were abun- (allowing about ¾ of an inch space between dant. The English had learned to cook many wild the filling and the top of the pumpkin. plants, such as Jerusalem artichokes, garlic, cranber- ries, Concord grapes, walnuts and chestnuts. 6. Bake at 400 degrees uncovered. 7. After 15 minutes, cover the top of However, pumpkin pie as we know it would have the pumpkin loosely with foil (don’t been impossible because the Colony lacked wheat let it touch the top of the custard or flour, butter and an oven. According to some it will stick and “ruin” the appear- accounts, the early English settlers had no need for a ance). Bake another 15 minutes. crust. They made their pie in a pumpkin. Specifically, 8. Lower oven temp to 375. Place the top they hollowed out a pumpkin, filled it with a custard of the pumpkin on the sheet. Continue made of milk, eggs from wild fowl, a thickener of baking for 15 minutes more. Remove the nut or corn flour, and honey, and it was then roasted foil, bake an additional 30 minutes or until directly in hot embers. a knife inserted into the custard comes out Should you wish to try this novel custard pie in a mostly clean and custard is still a bit jiggly. pumpkin, do not use the big, jack-o’-lantern carving 9. Turn off the oven. Allow the pumpkin pumpkins. They are large, watery, and generally taste- to cool for an hour in oven. Place it less. Instead, look for the smaller, tastier ones usually in refrigerator, loosely covered with labeled “sugar pumpkins” or “pie pumpkins.” Some wrap or foil, at least six hours. specific names are Baby Pam, Autumn Gold, Ghost When presenting the pie in a pumpkin, it’s Rider, New England Pie Pumpkin, Lumina (white), optional to put the top on it. To serve, scoop Cinderella, and Fairy Tale. You also may want to use out custard with cooked pumpkin or cut the the oven rather than embers! entire pumpkin into 4-5 wedges. Don’t eat the rind. November 2019 Falls Run GAZETTE 9

The Year Was 1978 By Carolyn Harmon The first email system was created and the song “You’re the One that Australian scientists said in 1978 at the University of Medicine & I Want” was number one for nine that the world never had it so good. Dentistry of New Jersey. The first weeks. Countless women were Using economic data and 24 life- test tube baby was born in England, inspired by Farrah Fawcett to high- style and ecological factors to a girl named Louise Brown. Sweden light and blow out their hair into produce a Genuine Progress Indi- became the first nation to ban full, sweeping waves. The popular- cator, GPI, a measure of quality of aerosol sprays. ized image of men’s formal life, they concluded that of the near The Susan B. Anthony wear was the white suit made distant good old days (1950-2003) dollar was minted. famous by John Travolta in 1978 was the best. You can judge NASA unveils the first Saturday Night Fever and the that for yourself. group of women astro- hit song from the movie was Stayin’ Alive. James Earl nauts. Affirmed won “Jimmy” Carter, the Triple Crown. Right Other popular movies were Jr. was president, turn on red was allowed Close Encounters of the Third his Vice Presi- throughout the USA. The Volk- Kind, Revenge of the Pink Panther, and dent, Walter F, swagen Beetle stopped production. The Deer Hunter. Mondale. It was The Twinkie defense worked Ninety-eight percent of American the year we had when a jury agreed that eating too homes had a television and watched three popes: Pope many Twinkies diminished mental Happy Days, Little House on the Paul VI died at the age of 80 and capacity and excused murder. Over Prairie, The Rockford Files, Wheel was succeeded by John Paul who 900 of Jim Jones’ cult committed of Fortune, Charlie’s Angels, The died 33 days later, and Cardinal suicide by drinking poisoned Love Boat, and Three’s Company. Karol Wojtyla then became John Kool-Aid. USA stopped Departed were Gig Young, Charles Paul II. production of the neutron Boyer, Edgar Bergen, Margaret In 1978, the average cost of a new bomb, the one that kills Mead, Golda Meier, Hubert house was $54,749; average income people yet leaves buildings Humphrey, and Louis Prima. per year was $16,975; a gallon of and infrastructure intact. gas was 63 cents; a loaf of bread The Bee Gees, John Travolta, was 42 cents; a pound of ground and Olivia Newton-John beef was $2.25; and a new car were hot on the music/disco/ was $5,405. movie scene. Grease became the biggest grossing film,

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Giving Thanks to Doris inherited some of her moth- enjoy it. Her philanthropy is far- er’s Berkshire Hathaway stock. reaching. She currently supports By Pat Donohue Doris has about one hundred education programs at a dozen people out in communities to prisons. In 2003 Doris launched Have you ever been alert her of needs and oppor- the Sunshine Lady Foundation’s to Sophia Street in tunities to help. As of 2010 her Learning by Giving Program at downtown Fred- foundation had given away Davidson College in North Caro- ericksburg? Did about $100 million dollars of her lina. Other college philanthropy you know that personal fortune. The founda- courses she supports are at the Warren Buffett’s tion follows two primary rules: University of Mary Washington, sister, Doris, once Cornell, Tufts, Georgetown, ■■ It never invests in anything lived there at Mary Holy Cross and several others. Washington Square, Doris and her staff don’t under- Photo by Joe Orbin one of the most stand; and Warren Buffett says of his sister, Doris: “If you’ve created your exclusive addresses in town? From ■■ It requires collaboration in her third floor balcony she over- every grant it makes, large or own problems, don’t bother to call looked the Rappahannock River. small. Doris. If some undeserved blow has upended you, however, she From there she could see Chatham, Doris does not believe in hand- the mansion used by the Union will spend both her money and outs. Instead she gives a hand time to get you back on your feet. Army during the Battle of Fred- up. She has used her fortune to ericksburg. In 1992 she rented Her interest in you will be both help abused women, Boys and personal and enduring.” “If she has her home to a struggling reporter Girls Clubs, and the homeless. from The Free Lance Star for just her way,” says her brother, “the last An example in Fredericks- check she writes will be returned $500.00 a month. It easily could burg is the $2 million dollar have commanded $2,500.00. to the payee with ‘insufficient Sunshine Lady House for funds’ stamped on it.” Thus, Doris He was one of the first of thou- Mental Health and Recovery. sands of people Doris would Buffett will have accomplished The Dixon Street Pool was the her goal of giving it all away! help, one by one, over the years. first public pool in Fredericks- Howard Buffett, father of Doris, burg. Doris covers admission (Source: Giving it all Away: the Doris Warren and Bertie, was elected to charges so that all children can Buffett Story, by Michael Zitz) Congress in 1942. It was then that the family moved from Omaha, Nebraska to The Payne House in Fredericksburg, Virginia. This was not far from Ferry Farm, the boyhood home of George Wash- ington. “I’d never seen a lovelier place,” Doris said. “It was every- thing I’d ever dreamed of. That was heaven for me.” The family moved on to Washington, D.C. NEW and UNWRAPPED Gifts For Children and Teens but, years later, Doris would NOVEMBER 1ST TO DECEMBER 10 return to the place she loved. Monetary donations by checks written to “Toys for Tots” “Little Mary Sunshine,” Doris’ are also gratefully accepted Questions? nickname as a child, would follow Please contact Roger Caron (404) 661-7386 or her into adulthood when she Pat Caron (770) 335-8503, [email protected] became known as, “The Sunshine Lady.” She started a foundation Let’s Make This the Best Holiday Season Ever for These Needy Children! by that name in 1996 when she November 2019 Falls Run GAZETTE 11

Setting the Record Straight By Nancy Bevilacqua A full year before the Pilgrims set foot in Plymouth, Massachusetts, the tiny Good Ship Margaret carried 35 souls across the stormy Atlantic. Their destination was the Berkeley Hundred on the King James River. Seasick passengers prayed almost constantly for their safety. In addition to coping with vermin and claustrophobia, there was no way to bathe. After 10 weeks, the battered ship pulled into the Ches- apeake Bay—on the Sabbath. On December 4, they arrived at the Berkeley site and dropped anchor. As noted by Clifford Dowdy in his book The Great Plantation, “once the men were rowed ashore, Shrine of the first U.S. Thanksgiving in 1619 at Berkeley Hundred in Charles City County, Virginia they put down their baggage, gazed at the surrounding woods of Berkeley Plantation, recre- Massachusetts, far from home, and listened to the complete ating the landing and reading the in a lonely wilderness, set aside a silence. Then they knelt on the Thanksgiving Proclamation, and time of Thanksgiving. They gave grass to pray.” One of the London keeping the orders of the Berkeley thanks for their safety, the health Company’s ten instructions to Company alive. of their children, the fertility of the settlers was to give a prayer their fields, for the love which of thanksgiving for their safe Why isn’t this better known? bound them together, and for voyage upon landing, and to Attempts have been made to the faith which united them repeat it once a year. correct the bias. Fortunately, with their God.” To the country’s primary documents, known as Unlike the harvest celebration great loss, Kennedy was assassi- the Nibley papers, have been in Massachusetts, Virginia’s was nated just 18 days later. In 1969, preserved. Scholar Dr. John Tyler a solemn affair. No feasting was Senator Harry F. Byrd asked to researched them and wrote a piece involved. The Berkeley settlers have a Thanksgiving prayer read for the Richmond News Leader. In did maintain this annual ritual into the Congressional Record, 1962, State Senator John Wicker of Thanksgiving prayer. Alas, in telling the story of Virginia’s first took issue with President Kenne- 1622, “friendly” Indians massa- Thanksgiving. dy’s Presidential Proclamation, cred the settlers along with others which gave full credit to the Berkeley Plantation is an easy day in nearby plantations during a Pilgrims in Massachusetts. In trip. It’s located in Charles City, coordinated attack. Virginia’s reply, the President had historian between Richmond and Williams- Thanksgiving was forgotten for Arthur Schlesinger Jr. apologize. burg. Digital versions of the Nibley centuries. In 1958, State Senator The White House Proclama- Papers can be viewed online; the John Wicker’s efforts brought back tion on November 5, 1963 stated originals are kept in the New York the annual celebration. Today, that “Over three centuries ago, Public Library. re-enactors stroll the grounds our forefathers in Virginia and 12 Falls Run GAZETTE November 2019

Falls Run Doggie Days, September 14, 2019 Hartwood Animal Hospital’s Gail MacKay showed us how to provide massage therapy for our dogs as well as work with us regarding animal physical therapy. Photos by Lara Lewis

From left to right: Julianne Kelsey and Kiki; Helen Sobolok and Nicholas; Dave Cogley and Penny; Darleen Mandt and Jewelee; Janet Borden and Scully (June Grundy) Ace; and Doug Shifflett and Bailey.

right: Darleen Mandt and Jewelee

Penny

above: Joe and Helen Sobolok and Nicholas

right: Christine Nace and Dodger Kiki November 2019 Falls Run GAZETTE 13

religion, race, and other differences to do something November Oddball Holidays nice for their neighbors and/or humankind. By Pat Donohue November 15th — Clean Out Your November 2nd — National Plan Your Epitaph Day — Refrigerator Day — Or as we like to call Whether you’re morbid or just really on top of planning it, “Discover the science project you didn’t ahead, take the day to decide which of your legacies you know you had growing in your refriger- want set in stone. No pressure, but some claim that a ator Day.” “forgettable gravestone is a fate worse than death.” November 19th — World Toilet Day — November 3rd — Sadie Hawkins Day — Sadie An international event dedicated to taking away Hawkins Day first appeared in the comic strip, “Li’l the stigma of toilets and addressing the challenges Abner,” in the late 1930’s. Sadie’s father was afraid of global sanitation. Created in 2001, the official she was too ugly to get married, so he organized website points out that billions of people in the a race in which his daughter would chase all the world do not have proper access to toilets. unmarried men in town to the finish line. If she November 22nd — National Day of Listening — caught one, he was legally obligated to wed her. The Sponsored by oral history nonprofit StoryCorps, this holiday became an annual event with more dancing year’s National Day of Listening honors teachers. and less capturing. The organization has asked everyone wanting to November 5th — Guy Fawkes Day — The epony- participate to take a few minutes to thank a teacher mous man behind the infamous “Gunpowder Plot” (or two). planned to blow up Britain’s Parliament in 1605, November 28th — Red Planet Day — spawning annual bonfire celebrations, effigies, and The fourth planet from the sun gets its creepy masks for centuries to come. It was Parliament own day of honor in November. And that declared November 5th as a day of celebration to what a year to celebrate, after NASA’s commemorate their foiling of Fawkes and company’s successful landing of the Rover on Mars plot, but it’s Fawkes’ mischievous spirit that pervades this past August! Plot out your dream Mars colony, the activities. wear all red, or perhaps read stories of the Roman November 6th — National Saxophone Day God of War. — Invented in 1846 by Belgian instrument-maker November 29th — National Square Dance Day Adolphe Sax, the saxophone has since become a staple — Despite its close association with cowboys and of both modern jazz and classical compositions. honky tonk bars, the square dance actually originated November 13th — World Kindness Day — in Europe in the 17th century. However, the United Founded in 1998 by an organization called World States has since taken over its cultural reins, so much Kindness Movement, this international holiday encour- so that 19 states have declared it their official dance. ages everyone to look deep into their hearts past 14 Falls Run GAZETTE November 2019

Thanksgiving Frenzy The sad thing is that some of these shoppers get caught up in the rush By Astrid Dick of the moment and spend beyond their means. Also, many things are Black Friday, the official start of returned a day or two later. Lost is the Christmas shopping season, were not cutting in line. When what should be a relaxing day spent as it is now known, has taken the doors opened at five, we at home or visiting and counting over what was simply Thanks- felt the swish of wind as people your blessings. I miss the slower, giving—a time of reflection and stormed in. Within a short while enjoyable holiday season before enjoyment of one’s family and the displays no longer showed the things became so commercialized. friends. Instead it has turned into time and effort spent the night a race to get to as many stores for before straightening things up, and So if you can’t beat it, join it! their advertised specials, in as little soon long lines wrapped around I have my running shoes and time as possible. For some folks the main aisles to the checkouts. body armor ready. Join me? it begins after hurrying through the Thanksgiving meal, to dash to stores now open on Thanks- giving Day. Which means shop till you drop amidst a lot of like- The Vietnam Unknown minded people; and then repeat By Bob Chapin the next day for some extra early bargain hunting. There The caisson moves with precision, are long lines before daylight To the stately drummers drone. at many shopping areas. How many mothers will cry out tonight, After retiring I worked part time That her lost child has finally come home. at a popular department store To a father now silver and weathered, with a Black Friday opening of Sadly burdened through a decade of test. 5:00 am. Arriving at 4:45 for our He feels that his heart has been lightened, early shifts, my colleagues and Accounted for...and peacefully at rest. I pushed our way through the waiting crowd, assuring them we To a wife who knows - deep in her heart, After years of sadness and grief. This solemn procession unlocks her mind, She begins to resolve in belief. To the children of the unknown Vietnam vet Who have cried for his gentle hand, Open your mind and search your heart, He is back in his native land. To an America filled with gratitude, As we place him in honored rest. For more information The Vietnam Unknown soldier, please contact Lives in all who knew him best. Lara Lewis (540) 371-4563 Note: After the remains of the Vietnam Veteran were identified and sent [email protected] to his family, it was decided to keep the tomb vacant in honor of those still missing. November 2019 Falls Run GAZETTE 15

Falls Run Chili Cook-off Chili contestants - Mary Berry (Winner, below), Kit Wilkinson, Jodi Bly, Pat Parkinson (3rd Place), Barbara Chadwick (2nd Place) and Lara Lewis.

the culinary arts and looks forward to using the pool, spa and fitness room. Cheryl, who spends many hours on the VRE commuting WELCOME to and from D.C., is eager to use the pool NEW NEIGHBORS and just relax. The couple also has three cats. By Murray Corliss and Susanne Lazanov Jane Deese (31 Dayton Circle) moved here in September from Aiken, S.C., where she had lived for two years following two years in Louisiana and 30 years in the Spring- field-Burke area. Like so many others in Falls Run, she wants to live close to Robin Williams and Cheryl Price family; in her case, a son, daughter-in- (18 Dayton Circle) downsized in square law and granddaughter. Jane, who retired feet and acreage when moving here in May from the DOD, shares her home with a from a home nearby. Robin’s mom lives in senior dog and an overly-enthusiastic pup. Falls Run, as did Cheryl’s until she recently moved into assisted living. Robin and Cheryl She is very interested in antiques and both work full time: He supports the Night collectibles. Jane already feels right at home Vision Labs at Ft. Belvoir, and Cheryl is an because of our friendly neighbors, and she account manager for a property manage- is pleased to see so many residents out ment firm. Robin, has a special interest in and about. 16 Falls Run GAZETTE November 2019

Are You Our Type? Have you thought about taking to come up with several is a up writing in retirement? Perhaps different story. An article is By Nancy Bevilacqua you have been writing for years. normally 300-500 words in If so, consider adding your exper- length. Today’s document soft- Since its inception, Falls Run has tise to the staff. The team meets ware makes the task of polishing relied on volunteers. Every person monthly to plan and to discuss one’s work easier, while tracking here has a story. Our senior village ideas. If you enjoy taking pictures, the word count for you. changes constantly as some people working as a staff photographer The next staff meeting is at move in and others move on. would bring smiles to many. Because of this, there is a contin- 9:30 A.M. on November 4th. uous need to replace outgoing Several of the most productive If you have questions about committee members. That writers have moved away or becoming part of the team, leaves room for others to plug resigned for health reasons. If contact Editor Susan Smart. in with new ideas you’ve missed the A contributor does not need and fresh energy. bylines of Sue Silvers, to commit to monthly articles, Barbara Pixley, though that would be great! The Gazette team Brenda Dudley— As Casey Stengel once said, is actively recruiting we have too! new writers and “there are three kinds of photographers. There Lately, the workload people: those who make things is a strong need for has shifted. Staff happen, those who watch men to join the staff. The publi- writers are stretching to things happen, and those who cation would benefit from the write multiple articles. It’s not hard ask “what happened?” If you male viewpoint on many topics. to compose one or two articles, are a person who makes things but finding time and inspiration happen, the Gazette needs you!

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