RV Travel Newsletter
There is so much good information in this issue of the RVTravelnewsletter that I am suggesting you read the whole thing. Of particular interest to me was the section about Covid sniffing dogs and Stream unlimited movies on your TV using your phone. Enjoy. By the way, this is a free newsletter and there is lots of good info in every issue.
Bits & Pieces Thursday 1-28-2021
From Barb Yount: "Please spin the prayer wheel for me. I have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Will have surgery on February 3."
Neil Murphy's mom died this morning, Monday, January 25th. We received a phone call from Pat, Neil's brother who lives in Langley, BC.
Please pray for Neil and his family as they are going through this difficult time. ~ Neil & Eva Murphy Keep the prayer wheel spinning.
From the park meeting on Tuesday Lynn reported that there are 420 people on 233 sites with 62 pets. She thanked everyone for driving the speed limit in the park.
Stephanie is going to put a Trophy Cookbook together. If you have a recipe you want to enter, send it to Steph at the activity office.
Linda Lang has 14 hearing aid batteries to give away for free TO ANYONE CURRENTLY HERE AT THE PARK. Size 312 Crayolas. The first e-mail gets them, circleup8@gmail.com
**Today 1-28 21, Paul Kelleher got a hole in one on our golf course!! Congratulations Paul!!
Here are the results from Sunday's Mixed Doubles pool tournament... It was another fun time with lots of great comments made????? One of our teams even claimed they won 1/2 of a game but they didn't get by with that... We had our 16 players (8) teams and each team played seven games. There were three teams that each won five of the seven games played.. They were teams -- Sally Kelleher & Alex Stinson, --- Teri Thibodeau & Butch Brooker, and team Bev McEnaney & Terry Thomsen.
Hoss Collar results for Wednesday, January 28th is as follows, Les McKinney won 1st Place with 704 points and Les enters the “700 Club”, Roger Francis won 2nd Place with 701 points and Wayne Bach takes 3rd Place with 679 points. Roger was already a member of the “700 Club”. We have only one player that is in the “800 Club” and that is Kristi Johnston with 802 points. Lots of fun under a full moon and a little bit brisk but no wind. We play Hoss Collar on Wednesday and Saturday nights at 6:15, bring a dollar bill and your mask, and be ready to have lots of fun. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings we play regular shuffleboard. Come at 8:45AM, bring $.30 and your mask, and soak in the Vitamin C. We sanitize, wear our masks and practice social distancing.
Stay Safe and Stay Healthy
Betsie Brown
Paul Kelleher hit a hole in one, on hole number 7, while playing golf with Dave Page, Butch Brooker, Bob Wollin, and Alex Stinson on Thursday, January 28th. He was excited! Paul is pictured on the far left. The picture was taken prior to the hole in one.
Bits & Pieces
Sunday 1-24-2021
Neil Murphy's mother, Annabelle, is not doing well. We received a gloomy prognosis on Saturday, January 23rd. Pat, Neil's brother, who lives in the same town as his mother, is phoning all the family. We are requesting a prayer for Neil and his family going through a hard time.
Thank you for your kindness. ~ Neil & Eva Murphy
Someone asked what has been going on with me that I'm not in Texas yet? I, Betsie Brown, will be heading to Trophy on February 4th. I have been cleared by my Doctor. I had a lot of side effects from an infusion for Osteoporosis. It messed up my medicines and sent me to the hospital with Kidney failure and dehydration. My advice to everyone is to drink lots of water at least 3 bottles of water. The Doctor in the emergency room said “Kidneys like to be wet” All is well now so--Texas here I came!!
The weather was very uncooperative this week and the scheduled shuffleboard events just didn’t happen after Monday morning. So we played Hoss Collar Saturday night, January 23rd and we made up for it in fun and good cheer. A big congratulations goes to Kathy Ringler who came in 1st Place with 598 points; 2nd Place went to Linda Lang with 571 points and 3rd Place goes to Larry Clintsman with 564 points. Come and join the fun, wear your masks and practice social distancing. We sanitize the sticks, benches, and pencils. The fun happens Wednesdays and Saturdays at 6:15pm., bring a one-dollar bill and make new friends. Only the bottom three players do not get their dollar back. We also play regular shuffleboard on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 9:00Am, bring $.30 and play three games and get your dose of vitamin C. You win and you get your dime(s) back.
Stay Safe and Stay Healthy
Betsie Brown
Bits & Pieces
Friday 1-22-2021
Please keep Marv Shafer in your prayers. I talked to Marv and his daughter, Jill yesterday after his appointment with the neurologist. He is in a neck brace for 6 weeks for a broken neck (C5,6 &7) with therapy twice a week. If it doesn’t heal properly that way, they’ll need to do surgery. From Lynda and Roger Francis. Let's spin the prayer wheel for Marv!! He needs as many as he can get.
Marcus, Sammy Knecht's son, is having an open house to celebrate his mom. 1-22-2021 At 1:00 pm. If you want to send Marcus a card his address is 800 S H 495, lot 688, Alamo TX 79516.
Stay Safe and Stay Healthy
Betsie Brown
Bits & Pieces
Tuesday 1-19-2021
From the meeting today Lynn reported 400 people, on 223 sites and 60 pets.
Roy's viewing is at 841 Austin Ave in Alamo on Thursday from 3:00 to 9:00 pm. The funeral is Friday at 3:00 pm.
Sammy Kneck passed away last night in her home in Trophy.
Jason and Stephanie are looking for a brown or tan recliner. If you have one you are getting rid of please let them know. Call the office phone at 956-686-5300.
Kristi Johnston is going to have a tye dyeing class on January 27th On lot 296. It cost $5.00. Let Kristi know if you are coming.
Pastor announced that Cowboy Sunday has been moved to January 31st.
Thank you to all the people involved in making the "In Memoriam" video; we appreciate your hard work. Although it was sad to watch the video, it reminds us that we once met the deceased residents and enjoyed their presence. Thank you to all the friendly and kind-hearted residents of Trophy Gardens who make us feel part of the community. We apologize to those we have offended, we did not intend to cause any harm. May God bless us all. ~ Neil & Eva Murphy
Wow, January is going by fast-- and another Sunday in the pool hall playing Mixed doubles. We had our maximum players which are eight teams and each team played seven games. We are all getting so good that the time spent playing is less and less. We even had a new team join us this Sunday... They are Terry & Deb Thomsen -- welcome to them... Playing seven games and winning six were Butch Brooker & Bev McEnaney - winning five of their games played were teams Moe Lafavre & Donna Hanke and team Jerry Thibodeau & Lynn Lafavre. Come join in on the fun. The yellow sign up sheet is up for the coming Sunday, January 24th...
Hoss Collar results for Saturday, January 16 are as follows: Gary DeRosier won 1st Place with 677 points, Mighty Dale Hustad won 2nd Place with 636 points, and Susie McKee, an Okie, and a brand new shuffleboarder won 3rd Place with 603 points. This was Susie’s first-ever Hoss Collar adventure! Come and play every Wednesday and Saturday weather permitting. It was a little bit chilly Saturday night but we had lots of fun. We sanitize, wear masks, and social distance. Come at 6:15PM, bring a dollar bill and a smile. Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays we play regular shuffleboard at 8:45AM weather permitting. Bring $.30 and wear your masks. We sanitize and social distance too. See You!
Today the Pool Hall Babes had the help from another gentleman pool player ---- teaching us gals all about hitting the ball right... We did some drills and then we played games. It was a pleasant time and I am sure the information we learned helped us gals a lot... Thanks to Alex Stinson for helping us...
Stay Safe and Stay Healthy
Betsie Brown
Saturday 1-16-2021
**Here is the Youtube link for viewing the “2021 Remembrance Video” https://www.youtube.com/watch?
It can also be found by Googling “Circleup8 Youtube” . We hope you enjoy it. Any family member who would like a no cost copy of the DVD please contact us at cirlcleup8@gmail.com Others may purchase for $3.00, includes shipping if required. Dan & Linda Lang
Queen sleep number bed, frame and mattress cover for sale, lot 216 $100.00
Bill and Suzie Kritta. 816-506-2096
FOR RENT: modern, updated park model. Gail Hermann 1 - 204 - 270-8040
On a nice cool evening Wednesday night January 13th, several people got together for Hoss Collar. Dale Hustad, once again showed us how it is done with 609 points for 1st Place, Les McKinney came in 2nd with 570 points with Larry Clintsman coming in 3rd with 546 points. Bring a dollar bill and come at 6;15PM, bring your mask; we sanitize and practice social distancing. Hoss Collar is played on Wednesday and Saturday nights. Regular shuffleboard is played Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings at 8:45AM. Bring $.30 and get your Vitamin C and make new friends. Thursday afternoon the courts were cleaned and we want to thank Les McKinney, Wayne Bach, Janet Yeley, and John Chalko for their help in getting all the leaves, dirt, and bird sh— off. We all had a good time
Stay Safe and Stay Healthy
Betsie Brown
..**Here is the Youtube link for viewing the “2021 Remembrance Video” https://www.youtube.com/watch?
Here is how it works to be a part of it.
Step 1.Stop by the activity office and pick up a form.
Step 2. Return the filled out form to the activity office along with a picture, if you have one you like. If you want a new picture you can schedule one with Barb Brooker or Jason Skelly.
Step 3. Ask Jason for help in getting registered or you can visit the website below and follow the registration procedure once Jason has put you in the system. https://rpgwebs.com/directories/
Another way to get there...If you fill out an email with the answers to the questions below and send it to activityoffice@trophygardens.com along with a picture if you have one, you can be added to the online directory. Not all info is required or appropriate.
General Info needed to be in the online directory:
Names of people in your Trophy Gardens household
Lot # 000
Phone # for each
000 000 0000
Emails
SUMMER ADDRESS
Birthday(s)
Anniversary
Now if you are already in the online directory but need some info changed contact Jason and he will be glad to do that for you.
If you have any additional questions about the ONLINE directory feel free to ask. If I cannot answer it I can lead you in the right direction.
Barb Brooker
Bits & Piece
It is sadness that I want to tell you that Roy Olivarez passed away early today. He had pneumonia. He had been working in Trophy for 24 years. I can remember when Roy started working at Trophy. He was always happy and willing to help anyone that needed help. He will be missed very much
If you want to send a card address it to the office, and they will see that his sister gets them. Trophy Gardens RV Resort, Roy Olivarez, 800 S H 495 Maine Office, Alamo, TX 78516
Stay Safe and Stay Healthy
Betsie Brown
Thursday 1-14-2021
At the park meeting on Tuesday, Lynn reported that there are 396 people on 232 sites with 60 pets. Office hours is 9:00 – 4;00. If you have business in the business office you must come during those hours. There might be someone in the office, but they are not there to do business. They are closing for the day.
Big News: the rates for next year will be the same as this year!!
Alamo Rec is shut down due to not taking precautions for the virus. So do as asked and wear your masks and social distance. No food in the buildings. Follow the rules as set down by the Alamo mayor, Hildago County, and Wilder Management.
CFO will start taking drop offs after the meetings starting Tuesday, January 19th and come back at 3:00 pm and Shop. Be sure to wear your badges!!
Remember to get your Air Med Lunch tickets to Lynn Massingill Lot 721 or Fran Adams Lot 565. By this Friday.
Lunches will be delivered Tuesday, January 19, to you Between 11:30-Noon
Bean Bag Results
Jan, 5.2021
1st Place Jesse Jackson & Bob Carlson
2nd Place Candy Dewey & Terry Thompson
Consolation Dave Young & Bob Lee
Jan, 7, 2021
1st Place Paul Mettler & Dale Zahrt
2nd Place Bob Lee & Deb Thompson
Consolation Deb Bessey & Terry Thompson
**Two sets of keys were lost at the pool on Thursday afternoon, the 14th. One had an Iowa cyclone tag. If you know the whereabouts please call 712.320.1089 or leave at the office. Thanks, Ian Pollard
Be Safe and Stay Healthy!!
Betsie Brown
Sunday 1-10-2021
Joyce Johnson's daughter, Sue, passed away last week. Joyce is in Texas so if you want to send her a card mail it to: 800 S H 495, Lot 670, Alamo TX 78516.
At the park meeting on Tuesday, Lynn reported that there are 375 people in the park on 210 sites and there are 62 pets. That is down 277 people from last year.
For Rent: Shereen and I have a park model for rent available starting February on lot 398. Which is Titlest drive not to far from the hall on the east side. Recently upgraded interior. One bedroom and has a sleeper couch, washer and dryer. $1000 for one month or $900 per month for two. Contact Shereen Hill at 218-729-8000.
For Sale: 2016 2-seater Club Car Precedent 48v golf cart with LED headlights. Comes with cover, battery charger, and 18 month old batteries. Can be seen at Lot 593 on Master Dr. Call Lance at 218-234-1001. $4,500.
Hoss Collar results for January 2nd, 2021 and it is so wonderful to get rid of 2020! LeRoy Moore won 1st Place with 653 points, Linda Lang won 2nd Place with 606 points and Rick Dewey won 3rd with 559 points. Come and join us and meet new friends and reacquaint with old ones. Bring a dollar bill and most likely you will get your dollar back. We start at 6:30PM. We sanitize and wear our masks and social distance. We also play Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings starting at 9:00AM, bring $.30 and be ready for friendly action. We sanitize and wear our masks as well as social distance and the sun gives us plenty of vitamin D.
Thanks to Butch Brooker for coming in to help the Pool Hall Babes today to learn more about shooting pool.. He was so patient with all of us and we all had a good time and besides helping us learn more about shooting correctly... We appreciate it Butch...
Another Sunday afternoon in the pool hall with the cold wind blowing and a little rain in the mixture... We had eight teams playing today and some teams were really HOT and some not so hot...but we all had a good time and enjoyed each others company... We played seven games and one team won all seven and they were team Liz Pish & Alex Stinson...
Sunday Pool Players:Two of the teams won five of their games and they were team Bev McEnaney & Terry Steinbeck and team Darlene O'Donaghue & Lonnie Hull... The last team to be mention are team Gayle Steinbeck & Paul Kelleher winning four games... The sign-up sheet is up for next Sunday, January 17th. start time is at 1;00 P.M.
Hoss Collar results for January 6th, 2021 are as follows: Janet Yeley won 1st Place with 631 points, Larry Clintsman won 2nd Place with 601 points and Leroy Moore came in 3rd with 592 points. It was a great night and we had several new players who learned the game quickly and had lots of laughs. We play Hoss Collar on Wednesday and Saturdays starting at 6:30PM, come, bring a dollar bill and join the fun. We sanitize the sticks, benches, pencils and practice social distancing while wearing our masks. We play regular shuffleboard Monday, Wednesday and Fridays starting at 9:00AM. Bring $.30, wear your mask and we sanitize and practice social distancing. Regular shuffleboard is fun and you will learn it fast just like Hoss Collar. Come and get your Vitamin D, get a tan and make the people back home jealous.
Friends stay Safe and Stay Healthy
Betsie Brown
“When this is over,
may we never again take for granted;
A handshake with a stranger, Full shelves at the store,
Conversations with neighbors,
A crowded theater, Friday night out,
The taste of communion, A routine checkup,
The school rush each morning, Coffee with a friend,
The stadium roaring, Each deep breath! A boring Tuesday. Life itself.
When this ends,
may we find that we have become more like the people we wanted to be,
we were called to be,
we hope to be,
and may we stay that way – better for each other because of the worst.”
—Laura Kelly Fanucci
These 4 fellows were getting ready to tee off. Trophy Gardens and Winter Ranch share a golf course and if you are a resident of either resort golf is free. This is a very nice amenity and one that helped us decide to make Trophy Gardens our wintertime home.
The sky in this photo looks ominous but nary a drop of rain comes out of it. We would all welcome it if it did because it has been far too dry here this fall and winter. And for those of you who golf on a regular basis and have to fight crowds, that does not happen here. There is always a time and a place to enjoy a game.
New arrivals are asked to self-isolate for 5 days but you can do that on the golf course!
Today I am putting a direct link to my personal blog post because it is RV related and I thought there may be an interest in it. If not, you can just "Walk on By"!
https://brooker3.blogspot.com/2021/01/rv-fridge-replacement-2021.html
Here is the site where you can register to receive the vaccine in Hidalgo County Texas.
Bits & Pieces
Thursday 12-31-2020
On December 23rd Amelia Stedman's son, Virgil Stedman Jr. Passed away from COVID-related issues. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers. Thank you, Sally Hendricks (daughter) Cards can be sent to Amelia: 3583 E. County Rd. 50 N, Fillmore, IN 46128
This from Coke Fellenstein Praises galore - Charles should be home with me in about an hour! They finally found in his old records that he did have aFib previously, and since they were able to verify that it would be safe to put him on the same Eliquis that I take!!!! Kim will spend one more night here just to be safe rather than sorry. I am so thankful that we are here so I guess I have to stop feeling sorry for myself for having to leave TX. Thank to all for the prayers - they worked as they should. My own prayers are flooding out that we get to continue our lives together. amen and amen. God Bless all. Coke
Hey, everybody! This is Chris Lang. Hope you all had a Merry Christmas, and have a great New Year! Things are going well with my new job, working at an IT Help Desk. I miss you all, and I hope you continue to have fun there at Trophy Gardens! Love, Chris
Today (Sunday, December 27th) was a great time for Mixed Doubles in the pool hall... There were 8 teams and each team played seven games. It has been a long time since any team won all seven games but today was the magic day. Donna Hanke & Butch Brooker won all seven games. Team Barb Brooker and Jerry Thibodeau won five games. Teams Rosemary Scott & Moe Lafarve and Bev McEnaney & Lonnie Hull won four games. Come join in on a fun Sunday afternoon. Sign up sheet is up for next Sunday, January 3, 2021 Our start time is 1:00 pm sharp. There is a limit in the pool hall of 16 people, and everything is sanitized after the end of the games.
Hoss Collar results for Saturday, December 26th are as follows: Dale Hustad earned 1st Place (again) with 656 points, Roger Francis had 628 points for 2nd Place and Moe DeRosier had 590 points for 3rd Place. Come and play, bring a $1.00 bill each and you probably will get your dollar back. The bottom three scores do not get their dollar back. We sanitize, require masks, and practice social distancing. We will teach you how to play, we start playing at 6:30PM. Regular shuffle is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings at 9:00AM. Come and have a great time, we sanitize, require masks, and practice social distancing. On Monday, January 4th bring $.30 and we will officially start the season for regular shuffleboard.
Stay Safe and Stay Healthy
Betsie Brown
