Shell Point Life November 2012

November 2012Vol. 7 Issue 11

Also Inside: Let The Games Begin – Shell Point Olympics Get Under Way

TWO CONCERTSERIES BEGINFIRST PERFORMANCESOF THE SEASON OFFER SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

CULTURE COACH

MAKING AN IMPACT IN PURSUIT OF A BETTER WORLD

CULTURE COACH

MAKING AN IMPACT IN PURSUIT OF A BETTER WORLD

Life is full of funny connec-

tions and little coincidences.

I met my husband while I was cel-

ebrating my birthday. He was also

celebrating his birthday that same

day. Two years later, we got mar-

ried on our birthday. Needless to say, we will

never forget each other’s birthdays or our

anniversary!

Last month, when I wrote about mailing

leaves from the Michigan State Campus to

my grandmother, I received a note from a

fellow Michigan State alum who used to do

the same thing with her parents. Turns out,

we were from the same stomping grounds.

Just recently, while talking to Linda Forcey

(Parkwood) about her remarkably interesting

career and related travels, we discovered some-

thing we had in common – Semester at Sea.

Linda was a professor on Semester at Sea in

2000, and just three years later I boarded the

ship as a student. As I learned more about

Linda, I found myself wishing I had met her

aboard the boat. Although I can’t

turn back time, I did embrace the

opportunity to get to know her a lit-

tle bit better. I learned about her

doctorate in political science, her

Fulbright scholarship, and her ongo-

ing volunteer efforts. And now, I’m sharing her

story with you – it begins on page 6.

Linda really forged her own path for her

education and the education of her students.

Coincidentally, Ed Fulker of Junonia was also

an innovator in the world of education. Ed

was a pioneer in the field of continuing edu-

cation programs, similar to The Academy of

Lifelong Learning at Shell Point. Throughout

his life, he has thrived on helping peers learn

from and with each other. You can read more

about Ed on page 26.

I can confidently speak on behalf of the

whole magazine team when I say that we’ve

had a lot of fun with this issue of Shell Point

Life… sort of like the last issue. What a coin-

cidence! I hope you enjoy it too.

ON THE COVER

Linda Forcey (Parkwood) grew up in a politically-minded family, earned a doctorate inpolitical science, became an influential professor, and taught around the world. Today, shecontinues to impact the local community.

WHAT A COINCIDENCEBy Rochelle Cherniawski, editor

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Shell Point Life is published monthly for the residents of Shell Point Retirement Community.

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They go by Granddad, Gramma,Pappy, Granny, and in one case,Sammy. But whatever they’re called, they aregrandparents. Their approach to the role maybe lighthearted but it has a serious purpose,judging by the local grands we talked to in anod to Grandparents.

We wondered what qualities they consid-ered important and how they acted on them.

Many said in different ways what MarianDavey (Parkwood) said directly: “We thought,‘What can we do to make this great?’”

For Shell Point residents Marian and JimDavey, a little personalization has gone along way. Literally.

Through the years and from the timetheir six grandchildren were babies, they’vesent books to them in Oregon and Maryland.And on one of the first pages of each book,they put current photos of themselves andthe grandchild receiving the book, with theages of each. “They like looking back throughthem and seeing what they looked like,” saidMarian Davey.

They’ve also begun sending their grand-children toys and books that their parentsenjoyed. The Legos just left the building, forinstance. Doing this “helps clean out ourbookcase, so it’s a win-win,” said Jim Davey.

The Daveys, who are both 75, bridge thedistance between them and their six grand-children with phone calls, text messages andinnovative things like “Flat Stanley.”

Based on a series of books by Jeff Brown,

S T O R Y R E P R I N T E D W I T H P E R M I S S I O N F R O M T H E N E W S - P R E S S

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GreatGrands

make it By Dayna Harpster [email protected]

GrandparentsPersonalize

Their Relationshipswith Grandchildren

4 Shell Point Life | November 2012

Flat Stanley (or other flat character) ismailed to someone else, who photo-graphs that character having adven-tures. Then the photos are sent back totheir source, often from grandparents tograndkids. Under grandparents’ care,Stanley could be shown playing golf, floatingon a raft, riding in a boat, eating lunch or anyother activity.

And when they are together, Jim Daveysaid, what’s important is “the ability to play.”He said he recently “got sucked into a two-day game of Risk” at a family reunion, andhas been known to get down on the floor anddrink fake tea at a little girl’s tea party.

Marian Davey handles the distance alsoby praying for her children and grandchildrenevery day.

Peter and Jerry Nanfelt (EaglesPreserve) are 75 and 74, respectively, andthey have three granddaughters around thesame age – two are 19 and one is 20. TheNanfelts have lived at Shell Point since relo-cating from their house in Colorado. Theirgranddaughters often visited there for a weekat a time. That week the girls dubbed “CampG and G,” for “Grandma and Granddad.”

“They even made T-shirts saying that,” said JerryNanfelt.

“We decided that we were going to runthem ragged that week,” said her husband.They went horseback riding, to visit a goldmine, spent the night in a hotel and went toa doll museum. “That was a bit of a stretchfor me, the doll museum,” Peter Nanfelt said,laughing. “But the point is that it’s good tocarve out time for them.”

When the granddaughters were younger,the Nanfelts bought books that allowed themto read the story and record it in their ownvoices.

“We also made sure one of us got thereto see them two or three times a year,” saidJerry Nanfelt. “Through the years, sure, therewere times when they kind of ignored us, butnow that they’re older they’re so attentive towhat we want to do.”

When Sam Cutter (Eagles Preserve)married Ladd, his children were 3 and 5 yearsold. They’ve grown up and had children of

their own, which makes “Sammy” their step-grandmother. “I decided early on that mytime with them is so short that we should justhave a good time. I don’t need to get intobattles. Like what they were going to eat.And we had a rule: If they weren’t having agood time, they just had to say so.”

The inevitable happened while theywere on an outing to a museum, and the dis-pleased child was 4 years old. It turned outthat the child was hungry. “And I realize thatfrench fries at 9:30 a.m. may not be the best,but once isn’t going to kill them,” she said.

“I also learned that anybody under 5 isgoing to get an ear infection. And they onlyget them after 6 p.m. and on holidays.” Withstep-grandkids ranging in age from 4 to 18,

she has found that trips to DisneyWorld please everyone. Janet Smith (Lucina), 83, relo-

cated to Shell Point from the Chicagoarea where she and her husband, Barrie,

Peter & Jerry Nanfelt

Sam Cutter

Jim Davey playing Riskwith his grandson.

Continued from page 3

Marian &Jim Davey

GreatGrands

make it

lived when their six grandchildren were grow-ing up. She stressed the importance of makingsure they know that there is somebody besidestheir parents who loves them. And it doesn’thurt to just enjoy being around children.

Being a good grandparent also involvesbeing supportive to the grandchild’s parents,said Dotty Morrison (Cellana). She’s thestep-grandmother of Ella, 3 ½, who lives inTexas. Like their local grandparents, she hasfound that when finances permit it, it’s nottoo difficult to coerce family members to visither in Florida. And what she tries to do oneach visit is give Ella’sparents a whole day tothemselves to go to thebeach or whatever theywant to do. She and Ellaspend that day together.

Morrison, 61, usesFacebook and Face Timeto stay in touch withyounger relatives andprovide those words ofencouragement.

And it’s importantnot to criticize the par-ents in front of the grandchildren, saidMorrison. If you have something to say,do it privately.

“Step aside when you’re with thegrandchildren and their parents and letthe parents parent,” said Jerry Nanfelt.

“Let them know every day you lovethem,” is Yolanda Beckworth’s mantra. With13 grandchildren and one on the way, theLehigh Acres grandmother believes her roleis also to “be there for them, have a soft voice,making sure they know you’re not beingrough with them. It’s listening to what theyhave to say. Let them know that just as youwant respect from them, you’re giving themrespect too. And lots of hugs and kisses. Take

them to church and letthem know about God.”

The best way to bea good grandparent is tohave “good grandkids,”said Marvin DeArmon,smiling. The 77-year-old from Fort Myers vis-its his grandkids inWellington, Ohio, asoften as possible.

Ralph Jimenez, 65,of North Fort Myers isalso separated by geogra-phy from his grandchil-dren, who live in Iowa

and Arizona. The four of them range in agefrom 8 to 11. He stays in touch with them byphone “and cards. They love cards,” hesaid. He believes themost important quali-ties in a grandparent areto be “considerate, lov-ing and responsible.”

That’s a page fromEdner Desronvil’s play-book. The grandfatherof one 19-year-old boy,Desronvil, 65, believes it’s

important tolive as a good example toyounger generations, showingthem how to help others. Inmany ways, it’s the same asbeing a parent. “You love achild, help a child, teach themright from wrong,” he said.

And maybe you spoilthem a little, too, said NinaNguyen, 61, of Fort Myers.

“Pamper them.Have a day forone-on-one timewith each,” shesaid. Her grandchil-dren range from 2

to 17 years old. During that time, a little mod-eling about manners doesn’t hurt. From whenthey are little kids, teach them to say ‘please’and ‘thank you’ by saying it to them.”

Ideas fromGrandparent toGrandparent

The grandmothers and grandfatherswe talked to for this story had someideas that begged to be shared:

� Rent car seats and other equipmentfor a visiting grandchild from a reputablerental company, rather than buying newones. Dotty Morrison said she has paid far lessthan the purchase price to rent a car seatfrom a Sanibel company. Since a child needsa different seat at different ages, it makessense to rent. Make sure you know how to usethe seat and can install it in a car properly.Comb thrift shops for sports equipment and

other items to amuse a grand-child during a long or short visit.

� Pass on your talents.Marian Davey makes AmericanGirl doll clothes and has taughther granddaughters how to usepatterns, even by sending pho-tos from a distance.

� Use recording devices.Cards are available in which

you can record your own voicereading to a grandchild.

� Give them photos of times you spendtogether and mark them with ages and dates.Put them in a scrapbook that spans years, ifyou can.

� Learn to text, said Peter Nanfelt. Justwhen you thought email was enough ... DottyMorrison uses Facebook and Face Time aswell. Ralph Jimenez finds that phone callsand cards work well, too. Write letters tomark significant days and events in theirlives. Use that opportunity to tell them howimportant and special they are. Do that forthe parents, too.

— From Jerry and Peter Nanfelt,Marian and Jim Davey, Dotty Morrison,and Ralph Jimenez

Janet Smith

Janet and Barrie Smith enjoying thefun of their grandchildren

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Marian Davey displays hand

made doll clothes she made

with her granddaughters.

Dotty Morrison mak-ing cookies with herstep-granddaughter.

Dotty Morrison

Making an Impact In Pursuit of A Better

World


During the 1954 McCarthyhearings, Linda Forcey’s(Parkwood) father boughta TV and tasked her with

watching the trials and pro-viding a report to the family each night dur-ing dinner. The junior high school studentenjoyed the assignment. “My family dis-cussed politics on a regular basis. Our dinnerconversations were always political.”

Though Linda actively participated inher family’s political discussions, she didn’tconsider herself to be a scholarly youngadult. “I loved to read, but I was also verysocial. It wasn’t until I got to college that Ithought I might have some intelligence! Incollege I got really excited about learning.”

While attending Columbia University,Linda majored in history and went on toreceive her master’s in the subject. During thattime, she became immersed in issues of socialjustice. “I was extremely active in the civilrights movement in the 60s – the women’smovement and the peace movement. I’m stilldedicated to promoting social justice.”

It was also at Columbia that she metPete Forcey, the man who would becomeher husband. “He was my professor,” sheexplained. “It was actually very innocent.My marriage had dissolved and I was raising

my three young children at the same timethat his marriage ended and he was raisinghis two young children.”

The pair had a connection that led to alasting relationship. At their wedding in1967, they were surrounded by their fivechildren, all under the age of five and a half.Linda and Pete had one child together.

While raising their six children, Lindaslowly started going back to school atBinghamton University in New York. “Iwanted to become a professor, and you hadto have a Ph.D. to do that.”

The influence of growing up in a polit-ically-minded family played a role in herpursuit of higher education as Linda soughther doctorate in political science.

Globe Trotter

During Pete’s sabbatical year in 1972,the family went to live in France. “We bothspoke French, loved France, and thought itwould be a wonderful enhancement to ourchildren’s education.”

Throughout their year in France, Lindaworked on her dissertation while caring forthe children, ages two through twelve, andabsorbing the culture of their village.

In 1974, as an adjunct professor at sev-eral upstate New York colleges, Linda taughtpolitical science and interdisciplinarycourses. “When I got my full-time job atBinghamton in 1978, it was in the Schoolof Human Development teaching interdis-ciplinary courses. I taught a lot of courses incritical thinking.”

She also started a major in peace stud-

B Y R O C H E L L E C H E R N I A W S K I

Linda, her husband, and their six children livedin France for one year. During that time, theybecame immersed in the culture of their vil-lage in Dions, a rural community near Nimes.

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ies, worked in the women’s studies program,and taught interdisciplinary and historycourses.

In the 1980s, Linda and the dean of hercollege started an exchange program inSenegal, Africa. She went to Senegal threetimes. “We would give a course on Senegalin the spring and take 12 students to theUniversity of Dakar for six weeks. In return,we were able to provide an opportunity forstudents from Dakar to come to our univer-sity. Two of them went on to get Ph.D.s andbecome American citizens. I keep in touchwith them. It’s all so exciting!”

After Pete retired from his career, Lindareceived a Fulbright Scholarship. Thecouple lived in Northern India for ayear while Linda taught classes onpeace studies, women’s studies, andpolitical science at the university andgraduate levels to students in Banaras,New Deli, and the Punjab.

Not Quite Ready to RetireWhen Linda retired from

Binghamton University in 2000, sheand Pete moved to Burnt Store Marinain Punta Gorda, Florida. “My husbandloved to sail, so it was a great place forus. But I really wasn’t ready for retire-ment,” she reflected.

Her passion for teaching and love oftravel led Linda to the opportunity of a life-time – a teaching position on Semester atSea, a shipboard university offering a globalstudy abroad program. “It was a rigorousapplication process with a lot of competi-tion. All of our expenses were paid, and wegot paid to teach too!”

Linda was able to take Pete along for thefour-month journey around the world.Assigned to teach peace studies andwomen’s studies, Linda had to prepare hercourses in advance. Yet, she quickly learnedthat she would need to make adjustments toher curriculum. “I had to change so muchbecause there was so much debriefing aftereach stop, especially after visiting the Islamiccountries that had such different views ofwomen! It must be noted, however, that my

CULTURE COACHContinued from page 7

Linda (center in tealpolka-dot shirt)welcomed hernephew (standing atleft) to visit thefamily in France.The children didn’tknow any Frenchwhen they arrived,but were fluent inthe language by thetime they left.

“ I was extremely

active in the civil

rights movement dur-

ing the 1960s – the

women’s movement

and the peace move-

ment. I’m still dedi-

cated to promoting

social justice.”L I N D A F O R C E Y

Linda received a Ful-bright Scholarshipand spent a yearteaching in NorthernIndia. Linda and Peteposed for a photo inBanaras, where theylived for threemonths. They alsospent time in NewDeli and the Punjab.

students and I met many wonderful, gentleMuslims dedicated to changing social justiceproblems plaguing their respective societies.I learned a lot on that trip. It was a great wayto see the world.”

When she settled back into life at BurntStore Marina, she began doing small claimsand family mediation for the court system,providing services in divorce and child sup-port cases.

In 2005, Linda and Pete became the

first residents to move into Parkwood. “Myhusband was starting to experience age-related health issues, and we realized that hewould need more care. Shell Point was theright place for us.”

Meanwhile, Linda continued to workfor the courts once or twice per week for thenext 12 years.

Today, Linda remains involved at ShellPoint and in the local community. “Petepassed away close to five years ago, but I

have kept myself busy byvolunteering in the ShellPoint library, serving asan ambassador, hostingAcademy classes, leadingbook talks, and beingactive in our surroundingcommunity.”

Politically Correct

Linda’s academic background in politi-cal science, as well as her upbringing in apolitically-minded family, has certainlyimpacted how she has viewed the currentpresidential election. “I’m interested in allaspects of the political process, but I get irri-tated when I see how much has changedover the years and how much the spendinghas gotten out of hand. In Europe, they areonly allowed to campaign for six weeks.That’s all you really need. It’s hard tobelieve we campaign for four years when themillions spent on the election could proba-bly erase poverty in our country!”

While she has personal views of howthe government could and should run, hermediator’s personality allows her to respectboth sides of an issue. “I appreciate theimportance of compromise. However, thispast four years of no compromise has beenvery frustrating for me.”

Even though Linda is looking forwardto the end of the election, she will spend thefinal days of the campaign glued to the TV,much like her days spent watching theMcCarthy hearings. “I’m a news junkie. I’malways glued to MSNBC!”

And as she continues to work for socialjustice issues such as hunger, education,racism, and poverty in Fort Myers, sheenjoys living in a community that hasallowed and encouraged her to share andlearn every day among wonderful friends.She added, "Shell Point is the perfect homefor me. I am grateful."


“Linda is a perfect combination of someonewho is both a lifelong educator, and a life-long learner. She is also extremely generouswith her abilities. Not only has she given pre-sentations in the Academy of Lifelong Learn-ing on various areas of her expertise, shealso has served on the Academy advisoryboard. I continue to seek Linda’s feedbackon various area of lifelong learning.”

Teri Kollath, Manager of The Academy of Lifelong Learning and Pavilion Auxiliary

One of the highlights ofLinda’s most recent trip to Africa was a safari at agame reserve in Tanzania.

A few years ago, Lindaspent three weekstraveling through Kenyaand Tanzania with agroup of friends fromIndia. Along the way,she found it interestingto get to know the localAfricans, but also learnmore about the Indiansin her group.

Shell Point OlympicsOpening Ceremony &Presentation of Court FlagsMonday, November 12 at 1:00 p.m.Church Auditorium/ISPresentation of court flags will kick off the ceremony. Each courtwill have representatives carrying in and presenting their court’sdecorated flag. After the presentation, be prepared to be amazedby the high energy performance of The Jaminators Band. CourtRep. Chairman Dr. Bill Lanpher (Oakmont) will then start thegames with the lighting of the Olympic flame.

Shell Point Olympics Game Days Tuesday – Thursday, November 13-15Throughout the three days, games will take place in all threeneighborhoods. Be sure to cheer on your friends or join in thecompetition. The full schedule of events is listed on the facingpage. Each venue will have chairs available for prime viewing.

Shell Point Olympics ClosingCeremony & Medal PresentationFriday, November 16 at 1:00 p.m.Church Auditorium/IS

Medal presentations will wrap up the week’s competition. All medal recipients will be honored, everyone will get toview a week’s worth of pictures to celebrate the efforts ofall athletes, and court flag awards will be presented.

Join in the spirit of the Olympic Games! Come out as a spectator and cheer others on!

Athletes, startstretching yourmuscles and

cheerleaders, startpracticing your

cheers. There aremore than 400

athletes signed upfor the 2012 ShellPoint Olympicsand it is time forthe games to get

on their way!


Shell Point Olympics Athlete T-shirt DistributionMonday, November 58:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Resident Activity Center/ISAll athletes will receive a Shell Point 2012 Olympics T-shirt to wear withpride throughout the week. If you are not participating in an event butwould like a T-shirt, they can be purchased at either service desk for $10.

The Jaminators

Band

Entertainment sponsored by FineMark National Bank & Trust.

Let the Games Begin!

TUESDAY, NOV. 13

8:00 Men’s Tennis DoublesWoodlands Tennis Court

Draw for partner

9:00 Short or Distance WalkStart and Finish at Island Park

9:30 Fishing Competition Lagoon Seawall/IS

Must have own equipment

10:15 Billiards - 9-BallResident Activity Center/IS

1:15 Friendly Duplicate BridgeSocial Center/IS

Start at 1:30 Sign up with partner

1:15 Doubles Table TennisManatee Room/IS Draw for partner

1:15 ShuffleboardIsland Shuffle Board Court

2:30 Bocce Bocce Court/WDL

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 14

8:00 Mixed Doubles TennisWoodlands Tennis Court

Draw for partner

8:30 Putting Competition Shell Point Golf Club

Bring own clubs and balls, or theywill be provided

9:00 “Toss It!” Shot PutBocce Court/WDL

9:15 PickleballPickleball Court/IS

9:30 Chipping CompetitionShell Point Golf Club

Bring own clubs and balls, or they will be provided

10:00 Model Yacht Sailboat Races

Woodlands Commons Lake

1:00 ChessResident Activity Center/IS

1:00 MahjonggSabal Room/WDL

3:15 Pinochle Social Center/IS

7:15 Inspirational DVD -Carly Fiorinia Tells Her Story

The Village Church/IS

THURSDAY, NOV. 15

8:00 Ladies Doubles TennisWoodlands Tennis Courts

Draw for partner

9:00 Bike Race Village Church Porte-cochère/IS

9:00 Kayak Endurance RaceKayak Storage

Must have own kayak

9:15 Singles Table TennisManatee Room/IS

10:15 Wii BowlingSocial Center/IS

2:00 CanastaSable Room/WDL

2:45 Academy TriviaSocial Center/IS

THE ARBOR, KING’S CROWN & THE SPRINGS EVENTS

TUESDAY

10:00 – 12:00 Olympic Field EventsThe Springs

WEDNESDAY

All DayIndoor Olympic Competitions

The Arbor/The Springs/King’s Crown

THURSDAY

2:00 Wii FinalsThe Arbor

PAVILION EVENTS

TUESDAY

2:30 Ring TossLarsen Pavilion/2nd Floor

2:30 Ramp BowlingLarsen Pavilion/3rd Floor

WEDNESDAY

2:30 Ramp BowlingLarsen Pavilion/2nd Floor

2:30 Distance ThrowingLarsen Pavilion/3rd Floor

THURSDAY

2:30 Distance ThrowingLarsen Pavilion/

2nd Floor

10:00 Ring TossLarsen Pavilion/

3rd Floor

Join in the spirit of the Olympic Games! Come out as a spectator and cheer others on!

2012 Shell Point Olympics

Schedule of Events


LifeQuest represents ShellPoint’s mission of providingintegrated programs and resources topromote a culture of wellness thatsupports personal growth, healthyliving, and a positive life experience.As the Wellness Steering Committeelooked more closely at LifeQuest atShell Point, we began to identify thedimensions of wellness that areimportant to residents, as well as tothe continued success of Shell Point.The committee identified six dimen-sions of wellness for LifeQuest:Physical, Emotional, Spiritual,Educational, Community & Social,and Natural Environment.

PhysicalThe physical dimension of wellness is

probably the first to come to mind and theeasiest to define. Yet, physical wellness maymean different things to different people.A marathon runner might focus on beatingtheir best time. A rehabilitation patientmight focus on regaining strength one stepat a time. Someone might strive to makehealthier food choices. Another personmight talk to their doctor about alternativemedicines.

Regardless, Shell Point residents can stayphysically healthy through an integrated sys-

tem where a wide array of interests and needscan be met right here on campus. Doctors,physical therapists, registered dieticians, per-sonal trainers, The Health Connection educa-tional programs, recreational amenities, andmore offer ample opportunities for promotinghealth education and physical wellness.

EmotionalIt is a proven fact that if ones emotional

health is suffering, other areas of their life willsuffer as well. Emotional wellness is oftencompromised due to life-changing events,such as coping with the loss of a loved one,experiencing health issues, struggling finan-

cially, or even going through a transitionalmove.

Shell Point offers many opportunities tofocus on emotional well being. The behav-ioral health department offers confidentialcounseling services. Support groups providepeer understanding and encouragement. The

Salon & Spa offers relaxingmassages. Even fitness classesare proven stress relievers.

It is important to makea daily commitment to takecare of yourself emotionally.And remember, at ShellPoint you are never alone.

SpiritualShell Point has always

been dedicated to the serviceof God and the care of His

people, and because of this we are groundedin Christian values. Residents representmany religious backgrounds and beliefs.While some residents attend The VillageChurch, others choose to attend religiousservices in the surrounding community. Andall are always welcome to take advantage of

Exploring The SixDimensions of Wellness B Y D A W N B O R E N , D I R E C T O R O F R E S I D E N T L I F E

lifeQuest at shell pointlifeQuest at shell point

The six dimensions of wellness will be interpreted differently by each person. While manypeople would consider a bike ride to be a physical activity, others might enjoy it for the pleas-ure of the natural environment or the social connection.

One way Shell Point residents enjoy the natural environment is by tending their owngarden plots.

The important goal for each

resident is to try and identify

how to incorporaTe an

aspect of each dimension of

wellness in their own way.

The important goal for each

resident is to try and identify

how to incorporaTe an

aspect of each dimension of

wellness in their own way.


Shell Point’s offerings toworship and grow in spiritu-ality through church serv-ices, Bible studies, vespersservices, Season of Praiseconcerts, hymn sings, choirparticipation, Academyclasses, and more.

Through this holistic approach to spiri-tual growth, residents are encouraged to growin their quest for meaning, pur-pose, inner strength, andhope.

EducationalResidents have a growing

interest in educationalendeavors. Opportunities tostimulate the mind are endlessat Shell Point. The Academyof Lifelong Learning providesresidents with a variety ofclasses from geography andfine arts to emerging technol-ogy and hands-on experi-ences. Furthermore, residentshave an opportunity to sharetheir experiences and expert-ise with others by leadingclasses in The Academy

The quest for intellectualgrowth is an ongoing interestthat helps keep minds sharpwhile also contributing tooverall wellness.

Community & SocialResidents who become active in the

community quickly build lasting friend-ships within their court, within theirneighborhood, and with other residentsthroughout the community. Volunteeringhas proven to be one of the best ways tobecome connected to the community andbuild new friendships. Residents also find

connections by attending specialevents, concerts, court parties, orother social functions throughoutthe community.

The ability for residents toshare their time, talents, knowl-edge, and life experiences with oneanother makes Shell Point rich in

opportunities for community and socialinvolvement. These opportunities help res-

idents feel connected and engagedwith the community.

Natural EnvironmentAn important part of wellness is

the ability to appreciate and enjoynature and the beautiful environment weare blessed with here at Shell Point. Withinthe community there are many opportuni-ties to explore nature, from miles of walkingpaths and nature trails to immediate accessto the surrounding waters.

Residents tend their own gardens, partic-ipate in the Adopt-a-Road program, attendseasonal bird counts, watch breathtakingsunsets, paint and photograph nature scenes,attend Academy classes about the environ-

ment, and more. At Shell Point, the list isendless on how residents can enjoy and ben-efit from the natural environment.

Endless OpportunitiesIt is important to keep in mind that there

are no hard and fast rules for defining eachdimension. Take, for example, the simple actof going for a walk. Many people would con-sider a walk to be a physical activity. Yet, awalk could technically fit into any of the sixdimensions.

LifeQuest and its six dimensions ofwellness offer many health and lifestyleoptions which promote a well-balancedlife. Your definition of wellness is uniqueand personal to you. Yet, for each individ-ual, it is evident that a healthy balance invarious aspects of life leads to greater con-tentment, personal fulfillment, genuinehappiness, and good health.

The important goal for each resident isto identify how to incorporate an aspect ofeach dimension of wellness in their own

way. Residents who take care of themselvesboth physically and emotionally, are opento learning new things, stay connected totheir community, remain socially engaged,and have an appreciation for their naturalenvironment, seem to gain the most out ofliving at Shell Point.

So, I ask you…What’s Your Quest? Startthinking now about the six dimensions ofLifeQuest at Shell Point and begin settingyour own personal “My Quest” goals for 2013!

The Shell Point Singers offer a community &social connection for both the singers andtheir audience members.

(Above) Volunteering is one of the best ways to be-come actively involved in the community. (Right)Completing a daily crossword puzzle is just one wayto focus on the educational dimension of wellness.

They say November is the month tobe thankful. Shouldn’t we be thankfulall year long? I believe we should. Not onlyshould we be thankful all year long, but weshould also take care of ourselves all yearlong. It’s easy to set new goals and start freshin January, or when we have a reunion orfamily gathering and we want to impressthose we have not seen in awhile. Yet, thebest “you” should be able to shine through-out the entire year!

With that in mind, The HealthConnection is offered twelve months ayear. And just like the other elevenmonths, November is complete with phys-ical exercise and medical educationalopportunities to help you achieve andmaintain your best health. Call either serv-ice desk to sign up today!

Wellness Specialty ClassesMelanie Brod, fitness coordinator, con-

tinues to start the morning off right withBend, Breathe and Balance. The classtakes place in The Island Health Club onTuesdays and Thursdays at 7:15 a.m. The45-minute class focuses on rhythmicmotions, proper breathing, and relaxationposes. No registration is needed and the feeis $5 per person, per session.

Another fitness opportunity is PilatesStretch on Mondays and Wednesdays at3:00 p.m. in the Health Club on The Island.Michelle Smith, fitness supervisor, instructsthis afternoon class that is mat-based andemphasizes the balanced development ofthe body. The cost of the class is $5 per per-son, per session

Enjoy the great outdoors while youexercise! Commit to be Fit with NordicPole Walking – Session 2 will be heldMondays and Wednesdays, November 12through 21. Lindy Smith, Nordic Walkingexpert and AFAA certified exercise instruc-tor, will teach this full-body exercise.Nordic Poles will be available and sized foreach participant. All levels of fitness are

welcome, but please remember to wearclosed-toed shoes. The class starts 3:30 p.m.in the Osprey Room and then heads outside.Sign up is required for this series and thecost is $20 for four classes.

Your Medical CommunityShell Point specialty doctor Trevor

Elmquist, D.O., is back by request. His dis-cussion will focus on Diabetic Retinopathy,which is the mostcommon diabetic eyedisease and a leadingcause of blindness inAmerican adults. Ifyou have either typeone or type two dia-betes, you are encour-aged to attend. Thediscussion takes placeon Friday, November 9,at 1:15 p.m. in theSocial Center.Why Treat Hearing Loss? will take

place on Wednesday, November 28, at10:30 a.m. in the Oak Room. Presenter

Shelly Rogerson, RN,BC-HIS, has partneredwith Beltone. As a reg-istered nurse, Shelly ispatient-focused andknowledgeable in alladvanced hearingsolutions that areavailable. If you havebeen on the fenceabout treating hearingloss, consider doing itfor the sake of yourspouse and loved ones.

They will become the direct beneficiary ofyour decision to improve your hearing.

Michele Vandendooren, OTR/L,founder and president of Low Vision WorksConsulting Group, will educate residents onthe definition of low vision and the anatom-ical changes that happen to the eye. The

session is entitled Low VisionRehabilitation: Working Together toAchieve Visual Independence and willinclude discussion on the tools available toenhance the lives of those who are dealingwith low vision. The class takes place in theSocial Center on Friday, November 30, at1:15 p.m.

Group Fitness ClassesThe average person gains 10 pounds

over the holiday season! Think about all ofthe holidays coming up: Thanksgiving,Christmas, Hanukah, and the New Year —all holidays which involve parties, socializ-ing, and FOOD!

I personally encourage you to revisit theShell Point Health Club and Fitness CenterSchedule for opportunities to balance thefood and festivities with fun and exercisethis holiday season!

Get Out in the Community

Save the DateHeart Walk • Dec. 8

American Heart Association will behosting the Heart Walk at Centennial Parkon Saturday, December 8. The CommunityThrift Store has made a donation for ShellPoint residents and employees to participateas a team in support of this great cause.

If you would like to sign up and be partof the fun, call either of the service desks.All participants will receive a Shell Point T-shirt to wear at the event. Participants canchoose to ride on thebus, with court pick-ups beginning at 7a.m., or meet thegroup at CentennialPark at 8 a.m.

The Health ConnectionLearn about Low Vision Rehabilitation, Pilates,Nordic Walking, Treating Hearing Loss, and more

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Diabetic Retinopathy onNovember 9.

Shelly Rogerson, RN, BC-HIS, pres-

ents Why TreatHearing Loss onNovember 28.


Audiology Consultants of SouthwestFlorida has been helping peopleimprove their hearing for morethan 30 years. And now,they are offering ShellPoint residents the con-venience of on-siteappointments at TheArbor Medical Center.

Jack Adams, M.S.,audiologist and owner ofAudiology Consultantsof Southwest Florida,explained, “We providea full range of audiologyservices, including hear-ing tests to determinethe level of hearingimpairment and thecause of hearing loss.Following each evaluation, we offerrehabilitation options to improve thepatient’s hearing or, in some cases, referthem for medical treatment."

The most common causes of hearingloss are age and noise exposure. Withage, the thousands of fragile nerves inthe inner ear will weaken. In fact, 50%of people over the age of 65 have enoughhearing loss to warrant hearing aids.

And when it comes to the cost ofhearing aids, Jack shares good news.“The cost of hearing aids has not

changed over the last 15 years. The tech-nology is 100% better, but the cost is verysimilar. Furthermore, there are multipleoptions at all different price points.”

Occasionally, hearing loss can berelated to a blockage or a problem with thebones in the middle ear. In those instances,the issue can usually be treated or remedi-ated through medical care.

According to Jack, there is no reasonwhy someone should avoid determining ifa problem exists. He said, “Hearing tests are

simple, quick, and painless. And they arecovered by Medicare. I always encouragepeople to seek help as soon as they noticeany communication problem. It’s also agood idea to have a baseline understandingof your current hearing levels for future ref-erence.”

Audiology Consultants of SouthwestFlorida sees patients in The Arbor MedicalCenter every Wednesday from 1 p.m. to 5p.m. To make an appointment, please call481-2088.

Learn More from Jack Adams in The Health Connection

On Wednesday, January 30, Jack willjoin The Health Connection to offer acourse called Communication Strategiesfor the Hearing Impaired.Attend the program to learnabout the psychology of hear-ing impairment, the impor-tance of understanding yourlimitations, how to communi-cate with a person who hastrouble hearing, and othertopics related to audiology. See page 25of The Health Connection brochure formore information.

Audiologist Now Seeing Patients atThe Arbor Medical Center B Y R O C H E L L E C H E R N I A W S K I

Can You Hear Me Now?

Above: Upon inspecting this patient’s ear,Jack was able to immediately identify scar-ring that revealed a history of childhood earinfections.

Hearing tests are simple,quick, and painless.During an appointment,Jack uses a machine toplay a variety of soundsinto headphones todetermine the level ofhearing loss. He can alsoidentify the cause ofhearing loss.

Signs It’s Time for a Hearing Test:• Commonly asking, “What?” or “Huh?”

• Repeatedly turning up the volume on the TV

• Missing the punch lines of a joke

• Feeling disconnected in social situations

• Hearing a voice but not understanding what was said

Salt Strategies

Tip #1 : CUT BACK ON ALLPROCESSED FOODS such as deli meats,ham, bacon, sausage, frozen prepared foods,canned soups, etc. unless they are preparedwith less sodium. Processed foods are veryhigh in sodium. Fresh foods are generallylower. We get 75% of our total daily sodiumintake from processed foods.

Tip #2: YOU ARE IN CONTROL IFYOU COOK AT HOME. Use basicingredients to make sauces and graviesinstead of using canned or packaged foods.Don’t add salt if you use canned products.Use less canned product if you must use it.

Tip #3: EAT MORE VEGGIES ANDFRUITS. They are low in sodium and verygood for you. Fresh or frozen are best, but ifyou must use canned, drain off the liquid.You should eat five to seven servings a day.Try to have them at each meal.

Tip #4: CHOOSE YOUR DAIRYAND PROTEIN FOODS CAREFULLY.Milk and yogurt are lower in sodium thanmany cheeses, but remember to select lowfat or reduced fat products in order toavoid saturated and trans fats. Fresh beef,pork, poultry, and seafood are all goodchoices compared to processed foods.

Tip #5: ADJUST YOUR TASTEBUDS. If you cut back on sodium littleby little and your taste for salt willlessen over time, and you’ll learn toenjoy the natural taste of food.

Tip #6: PUT DOWN THATSALT SHAKER! This is probablythe easiest tip to accomplish. Tryseasoning your food with somewonderful fresh or dried herbs

and spices. Basil, dill, parsley, rosemary,sage, tarragon, thyme, cinnamon, ginger,and nutmeg give great flavor to food.Vinegar is also a good flavor enhancer. Salt-free blended herb seasoning products aregood alternatives.

Tip #7: READ PRODUCT LABELS.Labels clearly report how much sodium youwill consume in every serving.

Tip #8: LEARN WHAT TO ASK FORWHEN YOU EAT OUT. Don’t be afraid toask the waitstaff about ingredients orpreparation methods. Order sauces, gravies,and salad dressings on the side.

Tip #9: Many CONDIMENTS are highin sodium. Always check the label. If youmust use them, cut down on the portionsize indicated on the label.

Tip #10: INCREASE POTASSIUM.Potassium-rich foods such as citrus, bananas,tomatoes, and leafy greens are low in sodiumand help to regulate your blood pressure.

These helpful strategies can work wonderswhen it comes to controlling your sodiumintake. While salt is an important part of yourdaily diet, it is imperative that you consumesalt in moderation. And remember, life is allabout choices, so choose your food wisely.

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Sodium chloride, better known as commontable salt, is a very important part of our lives.

It is used as a food preservative, it is probably the world’s oldestfood additive, and let’s not forget that it makes our food tastereally good. Above all that, salt is an essential nutrient forgood health. Everyone needs salt to regulate blood pressure,maintain nerve and muscle function, and maintain fluid balance.But moderation is the key to reaping the benefits of salt.

The current recommendation for sodium consumption is2300 milligrams (mg) per day or less. In fact the USDA has sug-gested that the ultimate goal be just 1500 mg daily by the

year 2020. However, most people consume more than 3400 mgeach day!

People over the age of 51 or with hypertension, diabetes, orchronic kidney disease should already be attempting to limittheir sodium intake to 1500 mg. Wondering what 1500 mg saltlooks like? That’s just under a half teaspoon. One level tea-spoon equals 2400 mg.

So what are you to do if your doctor tells you to cut back onyour sodium? Or maybe you have just decided to make thathealthy choice on your own. Here are 10 tips to help you accom-plish this goal.

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Heart Healthy On Wednesday, February 20, Shell

Point’s registered dietitians will lead a HeartHealth course in The Health Connection.Join Linda Rakos and Mary McCormack asthey share The Role of Nutrition in YourCardiovascular Health.


It was an early departure for theadventurous group of Shell Point resi-dents heading off to Missouri for their five-day trip to experience Branson, Missouri. Allwere greeted by an uncommonly friendlyground crew at the unique, little, lodge-styleBranson airport, constructed from a moun-taintop. Everywhere in town, the friendlinessof the community never ceased to be felt bythe Shell Point travelers.

Branson has long been known as a coun-try music hot spot, but over the past decade ithas evolved more towards offering good,clean, family fun and shows appealing to allages and interests.

The group was housed at the fabulousHilton Promenade Hotel, located in the cen-ter of Branson Landing, a retail center featur-ing a multi-million-dollar fountain structure.Watching the fountains was a show in itself!

Each day the group was transported tothe various shows and attractions via a pri-vate motor coach. The Shell Point bunch

toured the city of Branson, the amazingCollege of the Ozarks (where students workfor their education right on site), and thedam on the White River which created TableRock Lake. As the group viewed the AndyWilliams estate, all felt a twinge of nostalgia.Throughout the trip, the group enjoyed din-ners at restaurants, on showboats, and at livetheater shows.

Some of the many shows attended werethe Yakov Smirnoff show and the HughesBrothers (and other 28 family members!)show. Mama Hughes herself came onto theShell Point coach to welcome us and one of

the brothers with his two very young childrencame on board to thank us and say good-night. The grand finale was the ShojiTabuchi musical showcase, which most resi-dents touted as their favorite. All agreed thatthe flashy and talented Shoji Tabuchi showwas the perfect performance for the culmina-tion of a most entertaining Branson vacation.

Center bottom: No doubt, AndyWilliams and “Moon River”belong to America. For twodecades the singer and hismusical heritage belongedespecially to Branson. His estatehome can be seen hiding in thetrees. Below: Shirley Grovesdancing with “Andy Williams.”

Branson Landing

Bottom: Entertainer Shoji Tabuchi –known for his glitzy outfits – changedjackets 21 times throughout the show.

Group photo—Back row: Joyce and Bill Crawley, Kitty Powell and Guy McMillan. Middle row: Shirley Groves, Bev Chandley,Jean Gilman, and Dorothy McMillan. Front row:Joyce and Howard Roeding, and Susan Mills.

Assembling for a riverboat dinner show.

Into The OzarksOnto the Shows!&

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Debit Card Features:

� A debit card it is used as an alternativeto cash.

� Charges are automatically deductedfrom a linked bank account so you’re lesslikely to overspend.

� Some debit cards offer rewards points forgift items, travel, etc.

� FineMark National Bank & Trust offersa debit card rewards program.

� If you are unhappy with a purchase andyou paid using a debit card, there’s noguarantee you’ll get that money back.Federal law does not protect disputedcharges on a debit card.

� If your card is stolen and used, the stolenmoney will not go back into youraccount until the claim is investigated.

Credit Card Features:

� A credit card allows you to spend morethan you have or postpone paying. If youpay the balance on time, you can avoidpaying high interest rates on your pur-chases.

� Helps build credit if bills are paid on time. � If you pay with a credit card and aren’t

happy with the purchase, your cardissuer can legally withhold paymentfrom the retailer until they resolve thedispute. Federal law protects disputedcharges on a credit card.

� If you notice fraudulent activity on yourcredit card, you can call the card issuer,make a dispute claim, and the chargesshould be removed.

� Most cards offer great rewards programs.

Which is Right For You?For most people, using both a debit card

and credit card makes sense. The key is notto spend more than you have with eithertype of card. If you can do that, you’ll be ableto enjoy the benefits that each card offers.

Please be sure to direct questions regard-ing your card to your bank or the card issuer.If you have any questions about this article,stop by the FineMark Bank office or call usat 461-5999. We are always happy to help.

Q&AQ: How is a debit card different

from a credit card?A: Although credit and debit cards look alike, their features are very different. Below is a comparison of the two plastic methods of payment:

FineMark National Bank & Trust Answers Your Personal Banking Questions B Y T I F F A N Y W I L L I A M S , M A N A G I N G E X E C U T I V E , F I N E M A R K N A T I O N A L B A N K & T R U S T

FineMark National Bank & Trust will behosting a free shredding event onWednesday, November 28, from 9 a.m. to 11a.m. at The Village Church.

“The best way to protect your identity isby shredding and disposing of printed mate-rials which contain your personal informa-tion,” said Tiffany Williams, managingexecutive of the FineMark office located atShell Point. “Yet shredding personal infor-mation, old credit cards, paperwork, andexpired credit cards can be a daunting andtime consuming task. That is why we wanted

to provide this convenient shredding eventas a free service to all Shell Point residents.”

FineMark has contracted with SecureShredding Inc., a mobile document destruc-tion service, to bring a shredding truck toShell Point. Residents may drive up to TheVillage Church and drop off their personaldocuments, old mail, expired credit cards,and other personal materials to be shreddedon-site in the mobile vehicle. FineMark staffmembers will be at the event to ensure yoursecurity. You can bring items to shred in anybag, box, or container of your choice.

SHRED IT! FineMark to Host FREE Shredding Event on November 28

This is the perfect time to shred personal financial information,old credit cards, and confidential paperwork.

Shred It! November Shredding Event

Wednesday, November 28

The Village Church on The Island

9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Shred It! November Shredding Event

Wednesday, November 28

The Village Church on The Island

9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.


B Y T I F F A N Y W I L L I A M S , M A N A G I N G E X E C U T I V E , F I N E M A R K N A T I O N A L B A N K & T R U S T As the holidays approach we getmore and more into the givingspirit. You may have noticed that we arebeginning to see the early holiday shoppingand gift giving advertisements on televisionand in print. It won’t be long until the news-papers are thick with holiday advertisements,and at the same time we will begin to receiveyear-end charitable appeals.

As a philanthropy advisor, I meetannually with a number of Shell Point res-idents to assist in planning their annualyear-end gift giving routine. It is a time ofgreat joy for many, and an opportunity todo good for the charities we love and forthe people they serve. Perhaps a fewreminders will be helpful to you as youplan your year-end giving.

1 Take time to consider whatcharities you are passionate about.While we all receive many requests from avariety of charities, it is not necessary that wegive to all. It is likely more prudent to con-sider those charities that have captured ourinterest, our hearts, and are doing work wecare deeply about. I favor more substantialgifts to fewer charities so that the value of thegift is not consumed by the administrationinvolved in receipting and communicating.

2 Consider the financial stabilityof the charity. Many appeals present heart-wrenching stories or heart-warming stories.While we are moved by these stirring stories,consider the ability of the charity to deliveron the promises to serve a given population,

or to accomplish their mission. Do you knowthe charity well or do they simply have acatchy name? Don’t invest your hard-earneddollars unless you are certain the charity willfollow through on your intent.

3 Start early! Some year-end givingstrategies may require the repositioning of anasset, a conversation with your financialadvisor, or the establishment of an agreementwith the charity of your choice. Stock trans-fers take a few days, so try to give your advisor

instructions prior to December 14, if possible.Some charities allow credit card donations,so don’t totally give up if you procrastinate tothe last minute. You may be able to give bycredit card.

4 Have FUN! Perhaps above all, youryear-end giving should be a joy to you as youfund the charitable organizations that do thework you want to be a part of.

The Legacy Foundation at Shell Pointexists in part to assist you in accomplishingyour charitable goals. If you would like totalk with someone about your year-end giv-ing plans and the various options availableto you, please give us a call at 466-8484.

Of course, Shell Point does importantwork and is strong financially in part becauseof the faithful and generous giving of manythroughout our history. Whether your pas-sion is for building Shell Point services, estab-lishing a memorial, or providing for the needsof residents who may be less fortunate, wehave opportunities that may interest you.Please ask – we would be happy to talk aboutthe opportunities available right here.

The Legacy Foundation — your trustedresource and philanthropy advisor.

How to Handle Year-End AppealsB Y T I M O T H Y A . S T E P H E N S O N , E X E C U T I V E D I R E C T O R O F T H E L E G A C Y F O U N D A T I O N

During our first session on The Essential Elements of a TrustworthyFinancial Plan, we focused on building a secure and stable financialplan. During the second session, we will consider the art of financial planning.

Managing money can be fun! Just as color, furnishings, art, and well-planneddécor can turn a sterile house into a warm and inviting home, so the art of financialplanning can bring enthusiasm to a subject that is often dry or intimidating.

Even if you missed the first session, Session II will be full of good information.Please join us. I think you’ll enjoy it.

This 45-minute presentation will be followed by Q&A. Light refreshments willbe served. The seminar is free; however, seating is limited and reservations arerequired. To reserve your seat, please contact either service desk.

The Essential Elements of A Trustworthy Financial Plan –

Session II

Mastering the Art ofFinancial Planning

Wednesday, November 2810 - 11 a.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL

Presenter: Timothy A. Stephenson,ChFC,exec. director of the Legacy Foundation

The Essential Elementsof a TrustworthyFinancial Plan

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It is a time of great joy for many, and an opportunity to

do good for the charities we loveand for the people they serve.

Shell Point Market Place Friday, November 2, 9, 16 & 308:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Admin Courtyard/ISBring a shopping bag and wander throughthe Shell Point Market Place each Friday

m o r n i n g .While you arealways sure tofind fresh pro-duce and bakedgoods, eachFriday brings a

new variety of jewelry, soaps, purses, andother unique items!

Holiday Craft BazaarFriday and Saturday, November 2 & 310:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Commons/WDLWith the holi-days quicklyapproaching, the annualShell PointHolidayCraft Bazaaris just the place to pick up a handcrafted giftfor someone special! Quality items createdby Shell Point residents include homedécor, handbags, carved sculptures, pottery,jewelry, and much more. Once you are fin-ished shopping at this wonderful event, besure to enjoy lunch or a snack at the PalmGrill or Café Promenade.

JoJo’s or Bongo’s at Pink Shell Resort(inside or poolside lunch served by the beach)Monday, November 510:30 a.m. Island pickup10:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup10:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup1:30 p.m. approximate returnCost: $7.00 (lunch on your own)Reserved seating is for the inside restaurantat Pink Shell known as JoJo’s. But if theweather is wonderful and there are tablesavailable, residents will have the option tolunch at Bongo’s.Bongo’s is thecasual Pink ShellResort eatery thatoffers a pool andbeachside experi-ence for its customers. At both eateries, din-ers enjoy waterfalls splashing, island musicplaying, and great lunches. The beach is justa few steps away if you care to venture outfor a short stroll after lunch. Both establish-ments offer light cuisine and signature sand-wiches. Selections typically run from $10to $16.

Garden Society Meeting:Native Plants for the Small Florida GardenWednesday, November 711:00 a.m.Oak Room/WDLAll Shell Point residents are welcome toattend Garden Society meetings. This

To include a listing for an upcoming event or activity, please contact Mary Franklin, resort servicesmanager, at 454-2152 or email: [email protected]

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month, John Sibley, owner of the NativePlant Garden Center in Fort Myers, will be discussing native plants for the smallFlorida garden.

That’s Entertainment with Ruth Deuber and Dede D’ArcyWednesday, November 73:15 p.m. Social Center/ISCost: $10.00Thanksgiving, New Year's, and all holidaysin between – get ready to party! Join us forentertaining ideas. Present an igloo cheeseball complete with stuffed olive pen-guins. Learn to make an easy seafood dip

straight outof the pantry.How aboutF. R . O . G .mea tba l l s ;don’t gasp,they’re made

with hamburger! And what's a party with-out dessert? Come and see what else DedeD’Arcy (Royal Bonnet) and Ruth Deuber(Periwinkle) have in store for you. Space islimited to 20 and there is a $10 fee.

Photo ClubThursday, November 82:15 p.m.Manatee Room/IS“My Favorite Photo” is the topic for thismonth’s club meeting. Bring an 8x10 or

larger printand be pre-pared toexplain whythis is thef a v o r i t ephoto youhave ever

taken, followed by a critique from othermembers. A video on flash photography,will provide information about a difficult

subject. We will also be discussing theNovember 29 “I Love Photography Fair.”

Mac UsersFriday, November 91:30 p.m.Oak Room/WDLThis month the group will discuss the newApple MacBook Pro with Retina Display.Apple calls it the “most beautiful computerthat they have ever made.” It has been

described usingterms like: superfast, super thin,super light, andwith super long

battery life!The Retina

Display features a resolution with so manydots that you can’t discern the individualpixels! Come and hear about this new trendsetter!

DVD: Age of ChampionsFriday, November 92:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLNovember is all about the Olympics here atShell Point, and what better way to preparefor this year’s festivities than with an award-winning documentary about five athleteswho sprint, leap, and swim for gold at theNational Senior Olympics! This film willleave you inspired as you meet a 100-year-old tennis champion, 86-year-old polevaulter, and rough and tumble grandmoth-ers who triumph over the limitations of age.

Roy Hobbs Senior World Series of BaseballLegends AA divisionages 55+Saturday, November 1012:30 p.m. Island pickup12:40 p.m. Woodlands pickup12:50 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup5:30 p.m. approximate returnCost: $12.00 (snacks on your own)Location: Fort MyersRoy Hobbs Baseball is an amateur recre-ational baseball league with more than 600teams across the USA, Canada, theCaribbean, and Europe, representing morethan 7,500 players. The Roy Hobbs Baseballsignature event is its annual World Series,which celebrated its 23rd anniversary in2011. Roy Hobbs is a character in thebook, The Natural, which turned into afour-time Oscar nominated movie in 1984.Robert Redfordplayed the role ofRoy Hobbs, anaverage baseballplayer whoseemingly cameout of nowhereand became a legendary player with extraor-dinary talent. Don’t miss your chance tosecure a spot on the bus to see the SeniorWorld Series of Baseball.

Information Forum Saturday, November 1010:00 a.m.Grand Cypress RoomDawn Boren, director of resident life, willintroduce the new integrated wellness pro-gram called LifeQuest. This program intro-duces the six dimensions of wellness underLifeQuest which include: Physical, Emotional,Educational, Spiritual, Community &Social, and our Natural Environment. Learnmore about these six dimensions of wellness,as well and how you can set your own per-sonal “MyQuest” goals to gain optimumhealth, personal growth, and fulfillment.

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Saturday DVD: The Artist (2011)Saturday, November 10 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDL

George Valentin is a famousmovie star in Hollywood in1927, starring in silent films.While the invention of talk-ing pictures is a detrimentto his career, it helps PeppyMiller, young movie extra,rise to stardom. Theaward winning movie,

The Artist, tells the story of thesetwo and their interlinked destinies.

Sunday Matinee: The Russians are Coming (1966)Sunday, November 112:30 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDLIn this 1966 classic, The Russians are

Coming, a Russian sub-marine captain runshis submarine agroundoff Massachusetts andjust as he gets it float-ing again, World WarIII breaks out.Despite the Russians’harmless intentions,Brian Keith and hishysterical assistant,Jonathon Winters,

do all they can to stir the people up to fightoff the invaders.

Shell Point Olympics Opening CeremonyMonday, November 121:00 p.m.Church Auditorium/ISPresentation of court flags willkick off the ceremony. Eachcourt will have representa-tives carrying in and present-ing their court’s decorated flag.After the presentation, be prepared to be

amazed by the high en-ergy performance ofThe Jaminators. CourtRepresentative Chair-man Dr. Bill Lanpher(Oakmont) will thenstart the games with thelighting of the torch.

Veteran’s Day Celebration at the CrystalMonday, November 124:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.The Crystal Dining Room/ISHelp celebrate and salute our veteran’s witha meal at The Crystal Dining Room! Therestaurant willbe glowing withpatriotism, fromthe decorationsto the music byThe Live Wires,and even a patriotic buffet and dessert. As aspecial treat, any veteran who comes wear-ing any part of their uniform will receive afree dessert!

Computer Club: Microsoft Windows 8 ReleasedThursday, November 152:15 p.m.Manatee Room/ISMike Peterson from Computer Medics willunveil the newest operating system fromMicrosoft – Windows 8. Using an actualcomputer with Windows 8, Mike will high-light the new operating system features. He will also answer all of your questions.

SPOT Performance Thursday, November 157:15 p.m. Church Auditorium/ISCome and admirethe theatrical tal-ents of your family,friends, and neigh-bors as they present the plays The Widow’sMite, directed by Ruth Deuber (Periwinkle),and A Bench in the Sun, directed by KateSullivan (Eagles Preserve), at this month’sSPOT performance. These hilarious come-dies are sure to bring a smile to yourface!

I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Changeat Off-Broadway Palm TheatreThursday, November 156:15 p.m. Island pickup6:30 p.m. Woodlands pickup6:45 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup11:00 p.m. approximate returnCost: $31.00 no meal (show only)Head to the Broadway Palm Theatre toexperience the fun as the road to coupledomand all of its trials and tribulations areexplored in this laugh-out-loud musical cel-ebration that delves into dating, romance,marriage, lovers, husbands, wives, and in-laws. The universal themes of the frustra-tions and pleasures of dating, marriage, andlove have gained this show lasting popular-ity and have made it a comedic hit.

Shell Point Olympics Closing Ceremony Friday, November 161:00 p.m.Church Auditorium/ISMedal presentations willwrap up the week’s com-petition. All medal recip-ients will be honored,everyone will get to viewa week’s worth of pictures

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to celebrate the efforts of all athletes, andcourt flag awards will be presented.

Fine Dining at The VerandaMonday, November 194:30 p.m. Island pickup4:40 p.m. Woodlands pickup4:50 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup8:00 p.m. approximate returnCost: $7.00 (dinner on your own)Whenever fine dining is discussed in FortMyers, The Veranda is almost always thefirst restaurant mentioned, and is consis-tently honored as one of the area’s most

award-winning restaurants. For more than32 years, The Veranda has offered first-classdining experiences in the two historicVictorian homes which comprise the estab-lishment. With its antebellum charm,unparalleled service, and fine cuisine, TheVeranda promises to stay a favorite for manyyears to come. Entrées are priced from $28 to$38. Treat yourself to a unique evening out.

Beach DayWednesday, November 218:30 a.m. Island pickup8:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup8:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup2:30 p.m. approximate returnCost: $16.00 (no ice cream stop today)It is Thanksgiving week, and you have thechance to go to the beach! Your northernfriends and family may be shoveling snow,but you can head out to Delnor WigginsState Park Beach with your beach bags,chairs, supplies, and fellow Shell Point res-idents to enjoy the tropical weather here in

southwest Florida.Lunch will beserved picnic styleby Shel l Pointstaff. No one leavesbeach day hungry!

Organ Concert with Tom HoehnFriday, November 232:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.Woodlands Commons/WDLAfter Thanksgiving Day is over and you areready to unwind, make sure to join yourneighbors for anight of musicwith Tom Hoehnas he returns foranother OrganConcert. He willenchant the halls of The WoodlandsCommons with sounds of Broadway andmovie musicals, semi-classical and classicalselections, novelty numbers, standards, andhymn tunes.

Movie Night: Mrs. Miniver (1942)Monday, November 266:45 p.m. Social Center/ISFollow thestory of theMinivers , amiddle-c lassEnglish family,as they experi-ence the start of World War II. This movieshows the stressesthat the warplaced on the family during this difficulttime as Mrs. Miniver provides stability tothe family, Mr. Miniver helps to evacuatethe trapped British Expeditionary Forcefrom Dunkirk, and their son, Vin, courtsLady Beldon’s granddaughter.

Gift Shop Holiday ExtravaganzaThursday, November 2910:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Gift Shop and Social Center/ISCome enjoy a festive day ofshopping at the Gift ShopHoliday Extravaganza! Purchaseunique gifts created or enhanced by ShellPoint residents and receive free gift wrap-ping service. New this year, drawings forprizes will take place every hour, along withdemonstrations and book signings. Lightrefreshments will be served.

I Love Photography Fair Thursday, November 297:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDLVisit the I Love Photography Fair, put on bythe Photo Club, and have the chance totravel from booth to booth learning thingslike: what digital camera is best for you, howto take pictures on your smart phone, edit-ing your photos, and much more! You willalso have a chance to learn more about thePhoto Club and the ways to get involvedwith this group. Light refreshments will beprovided.

Annual Tree Lighting Shell PointSingers & Holiday ConcertTuesday, December 45:45 p.m. Festivities and Entertainment6:30 p.m. Tree LightingAmphitheater/IS The holidays areupon us! Mark yourcalendars for thisyear’s annual treelighting ceremonywith the Shell PointSingers to follow!You won’t want tomiss this highly-anticipated event!

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Thu 1 ....Shopping Trip to Wal-Mart (L)............................9:00 a.m.Thu 1 ....November Birthdays w/ Vicki Lei (COM)..........2:30 p.m.Fri 2 ....Lunch Trip to Cracker Barrel (L) ......................10:30 a.m.Sat 3 ....Leslie Gregory, Harpist (DR)..............................12:00 p.m.Mon 5 ....Shopping Trip to Wal-Mart (L)............................9:00 a.m.Mon 5 ....Music Fun w/ Ali (COM) ....................................1:30 p.m.Tue 6 ....Children’s Violin Concert (COM) ................ 7:00 p.m.Wed 7 ....Bake Shop - Pumpkin Bread (DR) ..................7-9:00 a.m.Fri 9 ....Dinner Music w/ Side by Side (DR) ....................4:30 p.m.Sun 11 ....National Ice Cream Sundae Day (DR)............4-6:00 p.m.Mon 12 ....Veterans Day Dessert Buffet (DR)..................11-1:00 p.m.Mon 12 ....Olympic Opening Ceremony (VC) ....................1:00 p.m.Tue 13 ....Outdoor Olympic Events ..................................10:00 a.m.Wed 14 ....Indoor Olympic Events (King’s Crown) ................All dayThu 15 ....Olympic Wii Bowling Finals (Arbor) ..................2:00 p.m.Fri 16 ....Olympic Closing Ceremony (VC) ......................1:00 p.m.Sat 17 ....Tom Cannon, Entertainer (COM) ......................1:00 p.m.Mon 19 ....Lunch Trip to Siam Hut (L) ..............................10:15 a.m.Thu 22 ....Macy’s Parade (GS) ..............................................9:00 a.m.Thu 22 ....Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner (DR) ........11-1:00 p.m.Fri 23 ....Jean Packard Trio (COM) ....................................1:30 p.m.Thu 29 ....ECS 6th graders Performance (COM) .......... 10:00 a.m.Tue 27 ....Fall Bunko w/ Friends (Springs) ..........................6:30 p.m.

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Thu 1 ....Brain Teasers (1FL)................................................9:00 a.m.Fri 2 ....Lunch Trip to Cracker Barrel (1FL) ..................10:15 a.m.Mon 5 ....Cooking Demonstration (1CK) ........................11:00 a.m. Tue 6 ....Art & Crafts: Beaded Dinner Clips (4CR) ......10:00 a.m.Wed 7 ....November Birthdays w/ Side by Side (CMR) ....3:00 p.m.Thu 8 ....Name that Baby Face (DR) ....................................All DayThu 8 ....Cards by Karen (1FL)..........................................11:30 a.m.Sun 11 ....Morning Worship Patriotic Service (VC) ........10:15 a.m.Mon 12 ....Olympic Opening Ceremony (VC) ....................1:00 p.m.Tue 13 ....Outdoor Olympic Events....................................10-12 p.m.Wed 14 ....Arbor Olympic Indoor Events ................................All DayWed 14 ....Harpist Leslie Gregory (DR) ................................4:30 p.m.Thu 15 ....Olympic Wii Bowling Finals (2TD) ....................2:00 p.m.Fri 16 ....Olympic Closing Ceremony (VC) ......................1:00 p.m.Mon 19 ....Lunch Trip to Siam Hut (1FL) ..........................10:30 a.m.Mon 19 ....Campfire & S’mores w/ Guitarist (Gazebo) ......5:30 p.m.Tue 20 ....Leaving Spiritual Legacies

w/ Bonnie Palmquist -Part 1 (1SR) ..........10:00 a.m.Thu 22 ....Macy’s Parade (1SR) ............................................9:00 a.m.Tue 27 ....Leaving Spiritual Legacies

w/ Bonnie Palmquist -Part 2 (1SR) ..........10:00 a.m.Wed 28 ....Animal Encounters (Gazebo) ............................ 9:30 a.m.Thu 29 ....Jerry Blumenfeld, Accordion player (DR) ..........4:30 p.m.

Thu 1 ....Birthday Bash (2/3 DR) ........................................2:30 p.m.Tue 6 ....Piano w/ Ruth Rodgers & Violin

w/ Kathy Fairbanks (3 DR) ........................10:00 a.m.Wed 7 ....Side by Side Entertainment (2 DR) ..................10:00 a.m.Thu 8 ....Crafting with Kathy (3 DR) ................................2:00 p.m.Fri 9 ....Albert & Gervais Entertainment (3 DR)............2:30 p.m.Mon 12 ....Olympic Grand Opening Ceremony (VC) ........1:00 p.m.Tue 13 ....Ramp Bowling (3 DR) ..........................................2:30 p.m.Tue 13 ....Olympic Games-Ring Toss (2 DR)2:30pmWed 14 ....Distance Throwing (3 DR)......................................2:30pmWed 14 ....Olympic Indoor Events............................................All DayThu 15 ....Ring Toss (3 DR) ................................................10:00 a.m.Thu 15 ....Games End-Vicki Lei Entertainment (3 DR) ....2:30 p.m.Fri 16 ....Olympic Closing Ceremony (VC) ......................1:00 p.m.Sat 17 ....Tom Cannon Entertainment (2 DR) ..................2:30 p.m.Wed 21 ....Ice Cream Social (3 DR) ......................................2:30 p.m.Thu 22 ....Thanksgiving Luncheon (1 DR)........................11:00 a.m.Thu 29 ....Clydesdale Horse Visit (all floors) Outdoors ......2:00 p.m.

Every Mon Sing-A-Long w/ Dot (2DR) ........................10:00 a.m.Every Tue Piano w/ Ruth Rodgers (3DR) ....................10:00 a.m.Every Wed Music Social w/ Art (3DR) ........................ 10:00 a.m.Every Wed Pet Therapy w/ Eli (3/2 DR)..................2:30/3:00 p.m.Every Sat Pet Therapy w/ Sammie (3/2 DR)..........10/10:30 a.m.

Recurring Activities:• Catholic Communion will be held each Sunday in residents’

rooms at 10:00 a.m.• Vespers meet on 3rd floor on Sundays at 2:45 p.m., and

Mondays and Wednesdays at 3:45 p.m. on 2nd floor. • Bible Study with Eleanor will be held on Mondays at 9:30 a.m.

on 3rd floor.• Bible Stories & Songs with Bud will meet Tuesdays at 3:00 p.m.

on 3rd floor.• Hymn Sing will take place on Saturdays at 3 p.m. on 3rd floor.

NovemberHighlights

Alcoholics Anonymous MeetingEach Thursday in November4:30 p.m.Sabal Room/WDLAlcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship ofmen and woman who share their experi-ence, strength, and hope that they maysolve their common problem and help oth-ers recover from alcoholism. This “open”meeting of AA welcomes anyone whothinks they may have a problem with alco-hol. The loved ones who support them arealso welcome. For more information, call275-5111.

Cancer Support Program 1-on-1 mentoringThe goal of this resident-led program is toestablish group mentoring connectionsbetween newly diagnosed cancer patientsand cancer survivors. Contact BarbaraMaruchi (Lakewood) at 433–9488

Cancer Support Group Wednesday, November 71:30 p.m.Osprey Room/ ISLadies and gentlemen are all encouraged toattend the resident-led Cancer SupportGroup. The intent is for a meaningful anduplifting session. Contact Barbara Maruchi(Lakewood) at 433-9488, or Don Wilson(Turban) at 466-3953.

Caregiver Support Group TherapyTuesdays, November 6 and 209:15 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. 2nd Floor Educational Room #2Pavilion Rehabilitation Building/ISThis therapeutic group is aimed at helpingresidents deal with issues of being a care-giver for someone with a memory disorder.The resident with a memory disorder maybe cared for in independent living, assistedliving, or skilled nursing. Dr. NancySpencer facilitates the group and can bereached at 454-2043. Sign up is required.

Diabetes Group AppointmentFriday, November 21:00 p.m.Social Center/ISBoth insulin and non-insulin diabetics areencouraged to attend this meeting. Eachmonthly meeting covers a different topicand includes open discussion.

Healing Journey Grief SupportWednesdays, November 7 and 282:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.Village Church/ChapelHealing Journey is a series of sessions whichexamine the physical, emotional, mental,and spiritual effects of grief. Dotty Morrison(Cellana) and Judy Mayer (Junonia) willlead the series that runs October 17 throughDecember 5. Please call Dotty at 337-4015to make an appointment.

Memory Care GroupsNote: Individual assessment is requiredbefore joining one of the following groups.Wednesdays, November 7 and 213:00 p.m. 3rd Floor Craft Room/King’s Crown

Tuesdays, November 6 and 209:15 - 10:15 a.m. or 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. 2nd Floor Educational Room #2Pavilion Rehabilitation Building/IS

These are therapeutic groups designed toprovide education and support to those res-idents who have some type of memory disor-der. The objectives of the groups are toidentify practical strategies that would helpresidents manage their memory loss better,to address long-range planning, and to offeran environment that fosters a sense of pur-pose and heightened self-esteem. KathyFratrick, L.C.S.W. facilitates the group andcan be reached at 454-2073. Individualappointments are available as well.

Neuropathy Support GroupWednesday, November 2111:00 a.m.Oak Room/WDLThe group provides support and education.Contact Lenny Wodarczyk (Parkwood) at443-4769 and Mel Bleiberg (Eagles Preserve)at 693-3016.

Parkinson’s Support Group Monday, November 510:15 a.m.Village Church Hospitality Room/ISThis group provides support to Parkinson’spatients, as well as their family and friends.

The Vision Enrichment GroupTuesday, November 1310:15 a.m.Social Center/ISThis group is a place to network and to sharestories and information. Florence Putnam(Eagles Preserve) is the chairperson. Formore information, contact Angie Prichard at454-2134 or Sandee Weber at 225-2929

Walk With Me Caregiver Support GroupThursday, November 29Coffee and dessert 1:30 p.m. Meeting at 1:45 p.m.Village Church Hospitality Room/ISShare your caregiver experiences withfriends. Embrace spiritual support and renewinner strength. Contact Joyce Seckinger(Lucina) at 466-1354 for more information.


SUPPORT GROUPS

ED FULKER ENJOYED A CAREER THAT HELPED PAVE THE WAY FOR TODAY’S CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS(LIKE SHELL POINT’S OWN ACADEMY OF LIFELONG LEARNING)

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The list of amenities, activities,programs, and facilities at ShellPoint is an ever expansive one. And thegreatest resource at Shell Point is unde-

niably its people. Ed Fulker (Junonia) describesthe residents and staff of Shell Point as a “goldmine of diverse career expertise, talent, travel,and worldly experiences.” Not only does Edrecognize that remarkable resource, he alsoembodies such experience and has a long-standing passion for facilitating the communi-cation and sharing of such resources so peerscan learn from and with each other.

Family ManEd grew up in Massachusetts as the

youngest of nine in a Catholic family withFrench-speaking parents. With six older sistersin the household, Ed claims the girls did theirbest to both spoil him and help civilize him inpreparation for being a good husband.

Ed spent his freshman year at Dartmouthand entered the Navy V5 pilot training pro-gram. A short time later, Ed met Jeanette. “Iwas at a dance at an Italian American club,”Ed quips. “After an all-male education inprep school and Dartmouth, and a Navy thatwas all-male at the time, I was ready for awoman. And I met a great one!”

After a summer in California at UCLA,where he “studied French and swimming,”Ed took a second year at the UMass branchcampus for GI’s at Fort Devens. From thereit was on to more education and more train-ing in Pensacola, Florida.

With WWII coming to an end, Ed choseto leave the military and the training thatpermitted no wives at that time. Dischargedand on the GI Bill, which provided educa-tion benefits, tuition, books, and a smallmonthly stipend, Ed was able to marry his

dancing partner and systematically gar-ner degrees at Purdue: a B.S. in

psychology/political sci-ence and an M.S. in psy-chology/education.

Ed jokes, “The ratioof men to women atPurdue was nine toone, so I brought my

own woman. Jeanette worked in the PurdueLibrary and helped put me through school.Pretty soon, we were running out of GI Billmoney, and she was pregnant with our firstchild. Through it all, she was amazing. Ialways called her my fun-tastic wife!”

Government WorkRemaining at Purdue, Ed studied for his

doctorate by night and taught psychologyand developmental reading by day. With col-lege students, high school teachers, andsupervisors in industry in his classes, Edbegan his lifelong career of training adults tocontinue lifelong learning.

After two years on Purdue’s faculty, amajor from the U.S. Air Force offered Ed ajob teaching a reading improvement pro-gram at the Pentagon. Ed remembers, “It wasa package I just couldn’t turn down. InWashington, I could continue my doctoralprogram at night and raise a family too.”

For two years as an air cadet apprenticeseaman, Ed engaged learners who were gen-erals, admirals, bird colonels, and high-levelcivilians from all branches of the DefenseDepartment. He taught them how to bemore efficient in getting information from

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the pages of print. As Head of the Air ForceReading Improvement Lab, Ed worked withsenior officials and civilians of all branches.

While at the Pentagon, the WashingtonFederal Bar Association asked Ed to do somepart-time teaching of top lawyers. Some ofthe people he remembers from his classeswere Warren Burger, who later became Chief

Justice of the Supreme Court; BernardShanley, Appointment Secretary forEisenhower; and Julius Sourwine, Head ofthe House of Un-American ActivitiesCommittee during the McCarthy era.

Ed also taught efficient reading to adultson NBC television in Washington, D.C. – afirst in the use of TV for adult reading training.

Education and AgricultureAs word of Ed’s success in adult educa-

tion continued to spread, the Departmentof Agriculture contacted him and asked himto set up a Reading Improvement Lab fortheir professional staff.

Ed soon moved into management train-ing for all of their agencies and was offeredthe position of Assistant Director of theU.S. Department of Agriculture GraduateSchool. Started in 1921, Ed explains thatthe Graduate School had a very differentform than a typical graduate school. “Thisschool was really the predecessor of thecommunity college movement and theUnited States pioneer in continuing educa-tion. Agriculture county agents wereAmerica’s pioneers in adult continuing edu-cation. They impacted the lives and work ofboth farmers and their wives in very practi-cal and productive ways.”

During his 26 years there, he saw a lotof changes. “The first year the GraduateSchool offered just nine classes. When I left,it was a completely self-supporting, non-profit, quasi-government entity with anincome of 24 million. Whenever a group ofgovernment people wanted to learn to dotheir job better, we would find a govern-ment expert to teach them at night. Thetraining was very practical, career and job-related, with no typical awarding of adegree. I was at the right place at the righttime to see unbelievable expansion.”

A Time for PhilanthropyTaking a leave of absence, Ed turned his

training skills with adults to the philan-thropic efforts of the Ford Foundation inforeign countries, especially India andNepal, where assistance was being providedin education, agriculture, public administra-tion, and a host of other fields. In staff col-

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1) In Taiwan, Ed led a course for Chinese busi-ness and government leaders while workingfor the University of Michigan.

2) Ed took a fieldtrip to Mexico with a mix ofAfrican and Asian government officials duringan agro-industrial training program.

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leges previously set up by the English fortraining people in governmental positionsand functions, Ed left his mark. As a coachto Indira Gandhi’s Cabinet Secretariat, Eddeveloped a set of standards for what a goodstaff college should be and helped providethe model and establishment of the IndianSociety for Training and Development. Healso helped introduce listening training totop staff officials.

The World BankEd spent the final ten years of his career

working for The World Bank both in theU.S. and abroad. He was the only psycholo-gist in a group of other specialists in fields likeeconomics, finance, engineering, and relatedfields important to developing nations.

After the rebuilding of Europe followingthe war, The World Bank turned its atten-tion to third-world countries and their needsby providing training of government leadersin a variety of fields, like agriculture, public

administration, and education. Gathering evaluations from government

officials about previous mission teams, Edwas able to help The World Bank teamsbecome effective again with training in lis-tening and team building. Using video-tap-ing and role-playing, mission teams learnedabout interpersonal communications andteam-building by actually being in a groupthat learns to be a team.

An Active RetirementFollowing retirement, Ed and Jeanette

lived in a community in North Fort Myers.After Jeanette passed away in 2002, Edwanted to simplify his life. So, he took theadvice of a church friend and longtime ShellPoint resident, Herman Bips (King’sCrown), and looked at Shell Point for him-self.

In 2009, Ed made the move and imme-diately got involved in The Academy ofLifelong Learning. He says, “I took MemoryImprovement and four sessions on India.”

The lifelong learner has continued toenroll and participate in a number of otherAcademy offerings. It was easily evidentthat The Academy was just the place forEd to apply his own personal backgroundand experience, and he quickly becamepart of The Academy Advisory Board.After working for so many years with adultlearners, it was exciting for Ed to see theenthusiasm and participation of so manyfascinating residents.

Ed explains, “Adult learners need reasonsand objectives for their learning that are inter-nally motivated and based in relevancy to

their work and to life experiences. They needto be responsible and involved in the plan-ning, problem-solving, and evaluation of theirlearning. In adult learning, the learner is amore active participant with the focus less onthe delivery of content and more on address-ing the needs and interests of the individual orgroup. Shell Point residents may be retiredfrom careers, but not from lifelong learning.We all still have a great deal to learn.”

Never Stop LearningEd encourages facilitators and partici-

pants of any group to actively listen, to useopen-ended questions with waiting time, tofoster and interact with a strong sense ofempowerment, and to create and work in anenvironment and relationship of trust andtransparency. “The focus is on learning ver-sus teaching. The challenge of TheAcademy is to facilitate peer learning –adults learning with and from each other.”

Ed trained adults in Taiwan for theUniversity of Michigan; in India and Nepalfor the Ford Foundation; in Turkey for OhioState; and more than 2,000 professionals ofThe World Bank staffed by experts recruitedfrom more than 183 member countries.That exposure to so many countries and cul-tures was a highlight of Ed’s continuing edu-cation in today’s global economy. “ShellPoint is the right place for me as I continueto learn and grow.”

According to Ed, access to Shell Point’sendless array of resources, including its amaz-ing residents, is something that should betaken advantage of. “We’re sitting on a goldmine, and I’m enjoying the experience!”

While at the Pentagon, Ed wasasked to do some part-timeteaching by the WashingtonFederal Bar Association. Acouple notable “pupils” wereWarren Burger, who laterbecame Chief Justice of theSupreme Court and BernardShanley, former AppointmentSecretary for President Dwight D. Eisenhower.

NOTEABLE“PUPILS”

Warren Burger

BernardShanley

“ “Adult learners need reasons and objectives for their learning that are

internally motivated and based in relevancyto their work and to life experiences.

They need to be responsible and involved in the planning, problem-solving, and

evaluation of their learning.

Shell Point residents may be retired from careers, but not from lifelong learning. We all still

have a great deal to learn.

Expand Your Mind Manage Your Memory, Begin a Game ofBridge, Learn About Technology, and More!

B Y T E R I K O L L A T H , T H E A C A D E M Y O F L I F E L O N G L E A R N I N G A N D A U X I L I A R Y M A N A G E R


Coffee With A NeighborThis month we have two Coffee With A

Neighbor presentations, and each one offersa rare and personal glimpse of living pur-posely and well in a very different culture.On Thursday, November 8, BonniePalmquist (Coquina) shares her challenges

and rewards raising herdaughters in a MiddleEastern country that hasalways been in the newswith My Life in Jordan:Living in Jordan, AWoman’s Point of View.Bonnie’s memories havebeen sharpened with a trip

to Jordan a few months ago.Charlotte Stemple (Cellana) shares her

unique history in Vietnam – A PersonalPerspective on Monday, November 19. She

and her husband, Woody,were in Vietnam for theentire time of Americantroop involvement inVietnam from early 1965 toafter the Paris PeaceAccords in 1972. Their twosons grew up in Vietnam astheir parents served as mis-

sionaries with the Christian and MissionaryAlliance. Charlotte has returned to Vietnammore than 10 times and gaining insight intoher perspective is a rare opportunity for us.

For the Love of Learning:Paul Hoden (Oakmont) gives us an

opportunity to brush up on our driving skillswith an AARP Driver Safety Program onMonday, November 5. Our resident instruc-tors know how to take a six-hour course andmake the time fly by until you leave withyour skills refreshed.

Dr. Chris Votolato, Directorof the Shell Point BehavioralHealth Department, gives us aspecial lead up to NationalMemory Screening Day with aninformational program onMonday, November 5, withNational Memory ScreeningDay Information.Vietnam: Its History and Culture will

be presented on three Tuesdays, November 6through 20, byProfessor AdrianKerr. As he doesso well, he willbegin with prehis-tory and take usthrough Ho ChiMinh andCommunism, the

French War, theAmerican War,and Vietnam today.

In November you have a second chanceto get in on the Novice Bridge classes with

Session 2 taught by SusanWilloughby on four Wednesdays,November 7 through 28. Susan willalso begin a second session ofIntermediate Bridge the same fourWednesdays.

Dotty Morrison (Cellana) willgive us an opportunity to enjoy pho-tos from a trip she took last April,

with Israel and Jordan, Contrasts andClose-ups on Wednesday, November 7.

Award-winning maritime author andlecturer, Robert Macomber, will not onlyshare his recently released novel, HonorableLies, the latest in his Honor series, he will alsoshare his perspective from recent travels inCuba Then, Cuba Now on Tuesday,November 13.

The November Library Book Talk willbe presented on Tuesday, November 27, byDick Allen (Harbor Court). You will get a

Bonnie Palmquist

Charlotte Stemple

Dr. Chris Votolato

On Tuesday, November 13, award-winning maritime author and lec-turer, Robert Macomber, will share his perspective from recent travelsin his class Cuba Then, Cuba Now. He will also discuss his recently-released novel, Honorable Lies.

Two class on Vietnam will be presented in November. On Monday,November 19, Charlotte Stemple will discuss her experiences living inVietnam as a missionary. Vietnam: Its History and Culture will be presentedon three Tuesdays, November 6 through 20, by Professor Adrian Kerr.


new perspective on our founding father withthis review of the Pulitzer Prize-winning biog-raphy by Ron Chernow, Washington: A Life.

Thomas Tyrell, retired internationallawyer and former economic advisor to the

UK government, joins us onceagain. This time he fast-for-wards us from his last lectureon Russia, to his internationalperspective on current Russia,in Russia Revisited onTuesday, November 27.Rising Power: The New

Global Reality will be presented on Friday,November 30, by Albert Myers (Junonia).He will discuss how the rise of Brazil, China,and India challenges the global order, includ-ing major issues which extend across nationalboundaries, and how all of this will impactAmerican lives.

Technology Today And Tomorrow (T-3)

Telephone technology focuses onSmartphones: Apple iPhone 4S onTuesday, November 6, with a presentation byWally Mercer (Lakewood).

Tablet technology ispresented in three differentlectures this month. BruceFindley (Sundial) andPenny Modrich (Nautilus)present a Workshop: iPadTablet – class #3: APPS!APPS! APPS! on twoThursdays, November 8 and15 and a Workshop: iPadTablet – Class #4: iCloud –What’s Up? on Wednesday,November 14.

Larry Brock (Eagles Preserve) gives us aWorkshop: Android Tablet Alternatives(Motorola, Samsung, etc.) on two Tuesdays,November 6 and 13.

LegacyThe Legacy seminar for November is ses-

sion two of a two-part series on The EssentialElements of a Trustworthy Financial Plan,on Wednesday, November 28, by TimothyStephenson, Executive Director of TheLegacy Foundation

Computer CollegeThe Computer College offers a chance

for absolute beginners to get started withcomputers on six Mondays, November 5through December 10, with ComputerCollege Prep School – Basics taught by

Alice and Gerry DeBaun (Eagles Preserve).Those with some computer experience

can learn The Basics of Smart Shopping onthe Internet on three Thursdays,November 1 through 15, with PaulMcKean (Eagles Preserve).

Susan Schmitt (Lakewood) andLucille Peterson (Lakewood) give ustwo Mac classes this semester.Macintosh Course – Pages willtake place on two Mondays,November 5 and 12. MacintoshCourse – Address Book will takeplace on two Mondays, November19 and 26.

Moving up in skill level, LarryBrock (Eagles Preserve) teaches Introductionto Picasa on four Wednesdays, November 7through 28, and Google Maps and GoogleEarth on three Thursdays, November 1through 15.

Academy On The GoOn Thursday, November 8, our educa-

tional field trip takes us to Hickey’s CreekMitigation Park for a private tour which willinclude some trail walking with stops ofinterest along the way. You will enjoy thepark while learning about environmentalmitigation at this park that was originallyestablished by the Florida Fish and WildlifeConservation Commission to mitigate forgopher tortoise habitat destroyed by devel-opment in southwest Florida. Lunch will beat Franklin Lock picnic area for a look at yetanother natural treasure.

Stay ConnectedFor more information, including any

course fees, please refer to The Academy ofLifelong Learning Brochure at either servicedesk. The brochure is also available online atwww.shellpoint.net. Confirm class selectionsand check for last-minute changes in theWeekly Reminder or on SPTV – channel 11.You can also see an interview with mostinstructors on SPTV.

Thomas Tyrell

Thomas Tyrell, retired international lawyer and former economic advisor to the UK govern-ment, returns to The Academy to share his perspective on current Russia. The course, RussiaRevisited, will be held on Tuesday, November 27.

Learn about iPadtablet technology in

two different T-3classes in November.

On Thursday, November 8, Academy On The Goheads to Hickey's Creek Mitigation Park for aprivate nature tour followed by a picnic lunch atFranklin Lock.


A key concern of older adults isthe experience of memory loss,especially as it is one of the hallmarksymptoms of Alzheimer’s disease.However, memory loss is qualitativelydifferent in normal aging from the kindof memory loss associated with adementia such as Alzheimer’s disease.

With age, almost everyone willexperience decreased efficiency ofmemory. However, when memory lossbecomes so pervasive and severe that itdisrupts your hobbies, social activities,and family relationships, you may beexperiencing the warning signs of a dis-order that causes dementia or a condi-tion that mimics dementia.

Consider the differences betweenage-related forgetfulness and thatwhich is associated with dementia inthe chart at right.

The key factors to managing mem-ory disorders are early detection andidentification of and implementation ofmemory management strategies. Tomake an appointment for a free mem-ory screening on Tuesday, November13, contact Mardee Lader at 415-5435.

Therapeutic ServicesIf you can’t make it to a free screen-

ing, consider seeking evaluation andguidance when there are changes inyour memory. Talk to your primary carephysician about a referral for a neu-ropsychological evaluation. Considertherapeutic services or behavioralhealth services which could assist withthe identification of a memory condi-tion and facilitate the development ofan appropriate treatment plan.

See page 25 for information aboutsupport groups related to memory issues.For further details, contact Shell Point’sBehavioral Health office at 489-8441.

Memory and Aging

Considering the Symptoms andUnderstanding the Differences

National MemoryScreening DayTuesday, November 13

November is National Alzheimer’s DiseaseAwareness Month. The Department ofBehavioral Health at Shell Point will be partici-pating in National Memory Screening Day onTuesday, November 13, by offering free and con-fidential memory screenings at their office on TheIsland. Appointments take approximately 20minutes. Please contact Mardee Lader at 415-5435 to schedule your screening time.

Normal age-related memory changes:

Symptoms that may indicate dementia:

� Able to function independently and pursue normal activities (bill paying, managing meds, cooking, driving), despite occasional memory lapses.

� Difficulty performing simple tasks (cooking, working the TV remote, daily living tasks), or forgetting how to do things you’ve done many times.

� Able to recall and describe incidents of forgetfulness.

“You remember that you forget.”

� Unable to recall or describe specific instances where

memory loss caused problems. “You forget that you forget.”

� May pause to remember directions, but doesn’t get lost

in familiar places.

� Gets lost or disoriented even in familiar places; unable

to follow directions.

� Occasional difficulty finding the right word, but no trouble holding a conversation.

� Words are frequently forgotten, misused, or garbled. Repeats phrases and stories in same conversation.

� Judgment and decision-making ability the same as always.

� Trouble making choices and may show poor judgment

or behave in socially inappropriate ways.

Memory and Aging

Considering the Symptoms andUnderstanding the Differences

B Y K A T H Y F R A T R I C K , L C S W

There's a new feature on your Shell Point TV lineup:Flowers & Fountains. It's a visually pleasing mon-tage of the landscaping and gardens around Shell Point, as

well as a journey through all the distinctive fountainsand water features on campus.

“We were looking for something interesting to dis-play on SPTV channel 12, between live broadcasts ofThe Village Church,” said Jared Pike, Shell Point TV

supervisor. “Then we decided to just go make it ourselves.”The result is a relaxing, 41-minute loop of Shell Point's beautiful surround-

ings – all underscored by classical music. Flowers & Fountains showcases manyresident-tended garden plots, as well as thebeautiful blooms of the Orchid House. The“Fountains” portion includes sweeping vis-tas of all the fountains and water features atShell Point, and also features a playful mon-tage of dolphins, manatees, and otherunique sea life around Shell Point.

The Shell Point TV crew – Jared Pike,Dan Philgreen, and Adam Brown – under-took the project this summer. Utilizing agolf cart with an attached miniature camera jib, the crew of three were able tofilm in tight spaces, but still achieve cinematic results. “This golf cart wenteverywhere,” said Jared. “With a crew of three, we could film a maximum num-ber of locations in a minimum amount of time. We’re thrilled with the results.”

Purchase the DVDTune into SPTV channel 12 to view Flowers & Fountains between broad-

casts of The Village Church services. You can purchase $10 DVD copies ofFlowers & Fountains for you or your friends and family. Contact Jared Pike byemail, [email protected], or by phone at 489-8431.

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Thank You So Very Much For Your Support of the Bakeless Bake Sale!

The Shell Point Community has suc-cessfully joined forces again thisyear to accomplish the goal of raising fundsfor the Larsen Pavilion! The Auxiliaryextends a huge “thank you” for your supportof the 2012 Bakeless Bake Sale.

Are there more generous people any-where in the world than at Shell Point? Wedon’t think so. It is amazing what we haveaccomplished by joining together in thisproject! Thank you for your caring heartsand generous donations. You have made abig difference for those who call thePavilion their home.

Much Needed Item PurchasedYou will be happy to know that your

money is already at work. Just recently, after

consultation with the PavilionAdministration, the Auxiliary Board wasthrilled to purchase a much neededmechanical lift for $6,500. It was great tohave the money in our treasury, allowing usto make this strategic gift to the Pavilion.

Your support this year, and throughoutthe years, has enabled us as a community tofurther enhance the life and welfare of ourfriends and neighbors who are receiving thegood care that our skilled nursing facilityprovides.

Thinking of Becoming a Volunteer?In addition to extending our heartfelt

“thanks,” the Pavilion Auxiliary Boardwould like to also invite you to think aboutbecoming a volunteer in the Pavilion. This

may the perfect time to do so. We wouldlove to have you join us, and we can alwaysuse more volunteers. To learn more aboutthis opportunity, sign up to attend thePavilion Orientation on Friday, October 26,from 9:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., in theHospitality Room at The Village Church.Call Rose Donnelly at 454-2272 to reserveyour space.

Thank you again for your gift to the2012 Bakeless Bake Sale!

LARSEN PAVILIONAUXILIARY Bakeless

Bake Sale

B Y J E R R Y N A N F E L T ( E A G L E S P R E S E R V E ) , L A R S E N P AV I L I O N A U X I L I A R Y P R E S I D E N T

Flowers &Fountains

Flowers &Fountains

Jared Pike and Adam Brown filmingon location at Royal Bonnet.Jared Pike and Adam Brown filmingon location at Royal Bonnet.


Get Those Packages There on Time2012 U.S.P.S. HOLIDAY POSTAGE AND MAILING GUIDE FROM RESORT SERVICESThe holiday season isfast approaching andwe will soon be busy gettingcards and packages out tospecial friends and family.Resort Services has puttogether a helpful guide ofinformation and importantmailing dates to rememberas this season draws near.

The service desks can post first class, pri-ority, media rate, and certified mail. Variouspriority boxes and padded envelopes areavailable for your needs. Both service deskshave holiday stamps available at the currentrate of 45 cents each.

Important Tips for Preparing Your Packages

� Choose a sturdy mailing box withenough room for adding cushioningmaterial around the contents. Ifreusing a box, cover up or black outany old labels and markings.

� Wrap and cushion youritems. Close and shake thepackage to ensure there isenough padding.

� Use clear or brown twoinch packing tape or papertape. Do not use wrappingpaper tape, masking tape,or cellophane tape.

� When mailing photo frames, removethe glass and wrap it separately.

� Remove batteries from toys and wrapseparately.

� Use the complete address on eachitem. Always use the correct Zip code.

� Recommendation: Place an indexcard inside the box with sender’s andrecipient’s addresses, along with a listof the contents, in case the contentsbecome separated during shipping.

Postage Rates &U.S.P.S. Mailing

Deadlines

Current Postage Rates

1st Class mail ....................................45¢1st Class mail, additional ounce ......20¢Canada ..............................................85¢International ..................................$1.05Flat Rate Priority small box ..........$5.15Flat Rate Priority medium box ....$10.85Flat Rate Priority large box..........$14.65Large APO/FPO ..........................$12.65

Suggested Cutoff Dates for Mailing

International mail ......................Dec. 3*Parcel Post ..................................Dec. 14First Class ....................................Dec. 20Priority Mail................................Dec. 21Express Mail................................Dec. 22

If you have questions regarding holiday shipping and mailing, please contact The Island service desk at 454-2282 or The Woodlands service desk at 454-2054.

*Date represents earliest cut off. See usps.com/shippingdates for full detailsand dates related to specific internationalmailing regions.

Yes, it is the season and a time toremember to give. What better pur-pose could there be but to remember to giveto our wonderful staff here at Shell Point?Their energies and support are always there,even though we don’t see them all up close!

We know they are there, giving andhelping all of us each and every day in somany ways. Let us all remember at this holyseason, that is so quickly approaching, togive back to employees in return for all theydo for us throughout the whole year!

If you would like to make a contributionto the Employee Christmas Gift, you can doso by making a check payable to Shell PointRetirement Community, with the word“Employee Christmas” indicated on thenotation line. Boxes to donate gifts areavailable at the front desk of The Island and

The Woodlands service desks. Your donation will light up so many

homes of these wonderful people who makeour lives here so special!

Please note, the deadline to contributeto the campaign is this month – Friday,November 30!

Gifts will be distributed to employees onFriday, December 7.

For more information regarding theEmployee Christmas Fund, please contactchairperson Paul Peterson (Rosemont) at432-0234.

To everything there is a season, and a time to everypurpose under the heaven.

Ecclesiastes 3:1

Last Call to Contribute to the Employee Christmas GiftB Y R E N E E M A X W E L L , H A R B O R C O U R T

A Time to Give

10thA N N I V E R S A R Y

Fly Me to the MoonConnie Evingson and Charles LazarusThursday, November 87:30 p.m. Church Auditorium/IS

The Fine & Performing Arts Concert Series beginswith Fly Me To The Moon, featuring the cool vocalstylings of Connie Evingson and the sultry sounds oftrumpeter Charles Lazarus.

These consummate performers delight audiences withjazz standards presented with an original flair from theiconic Great American Songbook; the romanticmelodies of Gershwin, Rodgers and Kern; and the evoca-tive rhythms of Brazilian bossa nova legend AntonioCarlos Jobim.

With a wealth of shared experience, including APrairie Home Companion, Smithsonian’s Jazz Singers,NPR’s Fresh Air, Montreal International Jazz Festival,Canadian Brass, and Carnegie Hall, just to name a fewhighlights, Lazarus and Evingson bring a refined sensi-bility and adventurous spirit to the stage.

Don’t miss this exciting evening of music reminiscentof The Rat Pack era.

Single Tickets: $35Series of 5 concerts: $125

An Exciting Start to the 10th AnniversarySeason of Shell Point’s Concert SeriesB Y D A W N B O R E N , D I R E C T O R O F R E S I D E N T L I F E

Concerts and Conversations Series

The Merling TrioMeet the members: Violin: Renata ArtmanKnific, Cello: Bruce Uchimura, Piano: SusanWiersma UchimuraMonday, November 267:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL

The perfect start to the Con-certs and Conversations series, TheMerling Trio is widely recognizedas one of today’s premier ensem-bles. Their fusion of violin, cello,and piano has led them to behailed as a brilliantly distinguishedgroup endowed with remarkablegifts of communication, magnifi-cent precision, and an impeccableblend of sound. A truly interna-tional trio, it brings together musi-cians from Polish, Japanese, and Dutch backgrounds.Following its New York debut in Weill Recital Hall atCarnegie Hall, and named finalist for the Naumburg Foun-dation Chamber Music Award, the group has maintained anactive tour schedule throughout the United States, Canada,and the United Kingdom.

Join us for an evening of fine music and a time for minglingwith the artists during a decadent dessert reception followingthe performance.

Single Tickets: $25Series of 4 concerts: $80

For additional information about these and otherconcerts featured in Shell Point’s 2012-2013 ConcertSeries, visit www.shellpoint.org/concerts. Tickets areavailable at both service desks.

The 10th anniversary season of Shell Point’sConcert Series will feature two prominent performances in November. There is still time to take advantage of significant savings on the purchase of the entire package of Fine & Performing Arts or Concerts and Conversations series tickets.Single tickets are also available.

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The Salon & Spa Celebrates One-YearAnniversary of Renovation and Expansion

MASSAGE THERAPYBuy 8 massages,

get the 9th massage FREE!**Enjoy 8 massages within a 10 month period and the 9th is free!

SKIN CARE & FACIALSBuy 4 facials, get the 5th facial FREE!**Purchase recommended skin care products for home use. *Enjoy one facial per month for 4 months – 5th facial free!

CelebrateNational Healthy

Skin Month

Both reward programs begin November 1. See Salon for details.

In November 2011, the new andimproved Island Salon & Spa openedits doors to show off a beautiful newexpansion and renovation. The purpose ofthe renovation was to relocate facial and mas-

sage services from the Health Club to the main salonlocation on The Island and to enhance the ambiancewith a tranquil spa atmosphere, creating a very pleasantexperience for our customers.

On the one-year anniversary of the renovation andexpansion, we remain committed to serving, with excel-lence, the men and women who enjoy the extensivemenu of services we provide. I can speak for all the staffwhen I say that we feel blessed to know and serve the peo-ple here at Shell Point and the neighboring communities.

In addition to our one-year anniversary, November2012 also marks the seven-year anniversary of theSalon’s opening at Shell Point Retirement Community!There are three convenient locations to choose from:The Island Salon & Spa, The Arbor Salon, and thePavilion Salon. We offer a wide array of services for menand women – from head to heel!

B Y R O B Y N C H U R C H , S A L O N M A N A G E R

489-8400 APPOINTMENTSThe Island Salon M – F: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

SAT: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The Arbor Salon M – F: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Pavilion Salon M – F: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The friendly and professional staff of the Shell Point Salon & Spa provides a vari-ety of services, including hair care, manicures and pedicures, facials, massage,makeup application, and more from three convenient locations: The Island, TheArbor, and The Pavilion.

Introducing Two Great

Reward Programsfor Healthy Skin!

Did you know that the skin is the largest organof the body? Your skin needs plenty of water,moisture, and oxygen for good health. Our spa servicesdo for the skin what a tune-up does for a car. Facialscleanse clogged pores, remove dead skin cells, hydrate,and increase circulation. Massages eliminate toxins inthe lymphatic system, increases circulation of bloodflow, and improve muscle and joint health as well asrange of motion. Massage is also very beneficial in fol-low-up care after rehabilitation therapy.

Open spaces are still available forthose who would like to play in theShell Point Open Golf Tournament. Golferswill enjoy a light breakfast at 7:30 a.m. beforeteeing off for the 18-hole “step-aside” scram-ble. Lunch will be provided at the conclusionof the tournament while the winners areannounced and prizes are awarded.

A portion of the $125 entry fee is a char-itable contribution and will be receiptedappropriately. All proceeds from the tourna-ment will benefit the Waterside MedicalComplex at Shell Point.

To sign up, contact the LegacyFoundation at 239-466-8484.

The Scoggins/Moreland GroupUBS Financial Services Inc.

brought to you by

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Shell Point

Charity

GolfTournament

The 9th Annual Shell Point Open Golf

Tournament is on November 9th

Following the tournament, golferswill be able to ease muscle tensionwith FREE MINI-MASSAGESprovided by licensed massage

therapist Marianne Dabinett of theShell Point Salon & Spa.

Tee Time


Tea and scones, finger sand-wiches and croissants, choco-lates and raspberries — what betterway to spend part of an afternoon!On September 24, FineMark Bank

and Chef Mike Gavala held High Teafor Shell Point ladies with FineMark accounts. It was a way of say-ing, “Thank you,” for three years of good relations between thebank and Shell Point residents.

The tea was hosted by the friendly ladies of FineMark,including Shell Point Branch Manager Tiffany Williams, staff

members Angela Morris and KathyBoyd, and Marketing RepresentativesJessica Stilwell and Kacey Schneider.After an hour of conversation over deli-cious treats and a variety of types of tea,an entertaining program included factsabout tea and the multiple uses of tea.Who knew that tea can be used to dyehair and soothe burns? Several prizeswere also given to ladies who couldanswer questions about FineMark. Theperson at each tablewho had been a

Shell Point resident the longestreceived extra goodies to takehome and enjoy.

Everyone in attendance shareda warm “thank you” to FineMarkNational Bank & Trust for goingover and above in fostering goodrelations here at Shell Point.

Angela Morris, Tiffany Williams, KaceySchneider, and Jessica Stilwell of FineMark.

FineMark Hosts Afternoon High TeaP H O T O S A N D A R T I C L E B Y D O T T Y M O R R I S O N ( C E L L A N A )

Above: Dolores Biddulph, KarenChamberlain, and Mary Fountain.Right: Alma LaBour, Rae Burrows,

and Marion Touche.

Dotty Morrison and Ruth Greenlee. Dorothy Hall

On Tuesday, October 16, dogs from every Shell Point neighborhood gathered inthe Friendly Dog Park in The Woodlands for Yappy Hour. The proud pet ownersshared smiles and laughs while watching their furry friends run, jump, roll, and romp throughthe park. They even enjoyed the opportunity to visit with local vendors offering pet productsand services.

As Vern Mockler (Nautilus) stepped through the gates and released his teacup poodle’s leash,he shared, “Bentley is a rescue. This is the first time he’s been off his leash.” Vern looked on withdelight as Bentley bounded through the grass, mixing right in with his new friends.

Nell Ernst (Parkwood) said that her Shitzu, Precious, is a regular at the Dog Park. “We comehere five times a week. A lot of these dogs are here every time. They’ve become very compatible!”

Whether entering the park for the first time or simply stopping in for a daily visit, it was clearto see that the dogs and their owners enjoyed gathering for Yappy Hour!

Shell Point Pups Have Much to

Bark About

A variety of small dogs, including poodles, yorkies, spaniels, shitzus, and bichons, had a howling good time at the Friendly Dog Park.

Bow Wow!

Puppy Power!

Bark About


The leaves are chang-ing up north as the fall

season gently approachesSouthwest Florida. Meanwhile, therehave also been a few changes at theGuest House on The Island at ShellPoint. In our continuing improvement ofaccommodations and guest services, wehave replaced the old TVs in all guestrooms with new flat-panel HDTVs.Additionally, the Guest House lobby hasreceived beautiful new flooring, makingthe entrance to the Guest House and theResident Gift Shop even more invitingand easily accessible and inviting.

Our beautiful community has so muchto offer at this time of year with its tropicalsetting and mild climate.As friends andrelatives organize fall travel plans, includ-ing visits for Thanksgiving, consider set-ting them up at the Guest House!

The Guest House at Shell Point pro-vides comfortable accommodations atreasonable rates, and the friendly staff isready to assist you in making reservations.Our flexible daily rates are competitivewith other comparable motels in ourlocal area and fluctuate up or downto attract visitors to our commu-nity. We offer a special “ResidentRate” for friends and families ofresidents, as well as adjusted ratesfor members of AARP and AAA,which can provide savings on

overall travel expenses. Once you knowyour dates of travel, we encourage you tocontact us to secure your reservationearly, since the rate quoted at the timeof the reservation will not change if hol-iday rates increase later this year.

The Guest House offers the conven-ience of being on The Island, in the“hub” of activity. Guests are just a shortwalk from worship services and concertsat The Village Church, meals at theIsland Café or Crystal Dining Room,and a variety of entertaining activities.And the beaches of Sanibel Island andFort Myers are just a short drive away.

You may ask, “What else is there todo?” We are pleased to offer our newPickleball court and the newly refin-ished shuffleboard courts on TheIsland. We also urge you to check out“Things to Do” under Quick Links onthe Shell Point website at www.shell-point.org, where a number of activitiesare described onsite or nearby.

The staff at the Guest House looks for-ward to hearing from you.

The polls at precinct 83, located inThe Village Church, will be open from7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday,November 6 – Election Day.

In order to vote at the polls, you mustshow a photo and signature identification.Acceptable forms of photo identificationinclude: Florida driver license, UnitedStates passport, and state-issued identifica-tion cards.

Voted absentee ballots must be mailed, ordelivered in person, reaching the Supervisorof Elections’ office no later than 7 p.m. on theday of the election. Do not return your votedabsentee ballot to a polling place.

If you have obtained an absentee ballot,but want to vote in your precinct onElection Day, you must take the absenteeballot with you to the polls, whether or notit has been marked, so that it can be can-

celled. However, if you areunable to return the ballot, youcan still go to the polls, and be allowedto vote a provisional ballot.

If you would like to review a sample bal-lot prior to voting at the polls, visitwww.leeelections.com. For any questionsregarding the election, contact the LeeCounty Supervisor of Elections office at239-LEE-VOTE (239-533-8683).

ELECTION DAY Cast Your Vote on Nov. 6B Y N I T A D E W E E S E ( S A N D D O L L A R )

THE GUEST HOUSE STAFF INVITESYOU TO ASK ABOUT NEW RATES

& SEE THE RENOVATIONS

CALL 454-2123 TO PLANYOUR NEXT VISIT TODAY!

Puppy Power!

Season of ChangeGuest House Announces Latest UpgradesB Y C I N D Y O ’ G R A D Y , E X E C U T I V E A S S I S T A N T

INSPIRATA is a quartet of excep-tional, internationally acclaimedvocal artists that present extraordinarysacred music concerts. With a mission tobring the splendor of God’s word to all,their stirring performances deeply movehearts and souls of all ages. INSPIRATA’sconcerts mix traditional, spiritual, andcontemporary sacred music from both oldand new composers of great hymns,anthems, oratorios, and more. Feel theglory of their How Great Thou Art, thepassion of their Ave Maria, the joyfulnessof their spirituals, and the glorious bril-liance of their performance.

More Than Singers

Each of the group’s artists lives and rep-resents a Christian spiritual life while ful-filling their artistic goals and dreams –exemplifying an active professional life inthe arts while remaining true to their faith.

� SOPRANO ELIZABETH CLAXTONwas raised at First Baptist Church inDublin, Georgia. Through the church shediscovered her voice and found God call-ing her to share His word through song.Elizabeth attended Shorter College inRome, Georgia, which led her to the RoyalAcademy of Music in London, England.She has been seen on operatic stages in theUnited States and Europe. Elizabeth isactive in the music ministry of WieucaRoad Baptist Church in Atlanta.

� MEZZO-SOPRANO CHERYSE MCLEODLewis grew up attending St. James BaptistChurch in her hometown of Greensboro,North Carolina. From her early days singingin Christmas programs and the SundaySchool choir, Cheryse recognized that Godwanted singing to be a part of her life’s call-ing. After receiving degrees in classical voice

from Carnegie Mellon University, TheUniversity of North Carolina, and the AJFletcher Opera Institute, Cheryse beganher life’s mission of ministering to othersthrough song. She has appeared withnumerous U.S. opera companies and sym-phonies.

� TENOR DUANE MOODY grew upsinging in his Baptist church choir, where hedeveloped a love of classical music. As hisown voice developed, he made a commit-ment to pursue a professional career in vocaland stage arts. With both an undergraduatevocal and graduate performance degree fromPeabody Institute, and a master’s in operaticstudies from Boston University, he made hisprofessional vocal recital debut at TheKennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Hehas toured around the world in the operaPorgy and Bess and as the principal tenor inthe vocally demanding off-Broadway show3 Mo’ Tenors.

� BARITONE STEVEN JEPSON wassinging harmony in his home church in

Iowa at an early age. He continued using hisGod-given talent through his formativeyears, earning degrees at the University ofIowa and Louisiana State University. Hisinternational career has included Messiah,the Fauré, Brahms, and Verdi Requiems, andrecitals in many houses of worship, alongwith opera and musical theater.

Christ Community Church in Fort Myers is hosting a men’s only conference,Man Up, on Saturday, November 10. The Village Church is participating inthis meaningful event that is designed to challenge and encourage men of all ages.

During the event, Dr. John Stumbo and Sgt. BrandonMoore will share personal accounts of how their faith helpedthem overcome life-threatening situations and remain active inministry. The Village Church will provide transportation. To reg-ister or learn more about the event, contact The Village Church at454-2147.

Dr. John Stumbo at Shell Point on November 11Following the Man Up event, Dr. John Stumbo will come to Shell

Point to share more of his powerful story during the 6:15 p.m. serviceon Sunday, November 11, at The Village Church. All are invited.

CALLING ALL MEN

Dr. John Stumbotells his powerful

story of faith.


Four Spectacular Voices, One Glorious Sound

The Village ChurchHonors Veterans

As Americans, the freedoms weenjoy in our country have been

defended by the men and womenof the armed forces. During theMorning Worship Service at The

Village Church on SUNDAY,NOVEMBER 11, special recognition

will be given to all attending veterans. It will be a privilege for thechurch and community to honor all

veterans on this special day.

INSPIRATASunday, November 4

at 6:15 p.m.

An inspirational concert series presented by The Village Church

Tickets are $10 each and are availablein The Village Church office

or online at www.shellpoint.org/seasonofpraise

oFoFFour Spectacular Voices, One Glorious Sound


Reaching Record Numbers in ailandThai history is being made asBuddhists respond to the gospelin greater numbers than ever before.According to the Christian andMissionary Alliance, more Alliancechurches have been started in the last15 years than at any other time in the180 years since protestant missionariesfirst arrived.

Leading the Alliance work inThailand is field director JaniceQuinlan, who will speak at GlobalOutreach this month. Before hermove to Bangkok last May, Janice hadserved for more than 20 years in theIssan region, which is the least-reached and poorest economic regionin Thailand. There, in a role she

loved, she taught at NortheasternBible Seminary and served as directorof practical ministries and internships.The call to assume the position offield director came as a surprise, andJanice will explain the new challengesand responsibilities she now faces.

All Are InvitedCome and hear how God is build-

ing His church in that very spirituallydark country through the efforts of theChristian and Missionary Alliancefamily. Join us on Wednesday,November 14, at 10:00 a.m. forrefreshments in the Hospitality Roomof the Village Church, followed by theprogram at 10:15 a.m. All are welcome.

Janice Quinlan from “The Land of Smiles” to serve asfeatured guest at Global Outreach, sponsored by Women'sMinistries of The Village Church.

B Y D O T T Y M O R R I S O N ( C E L L A N A )

If you could ask God one question,what would you ask? If someonewere to ask you the meaning of life, howwould you respond? More than 18 millionpeople in 169 countries have found answersto many of life’s big questions by taking theAlpha course, which is offered by everymajor U.S. denomination in all 50 states.Some describe the program as a presentationof the basics of the Christian faith. Alpha isof special appeal to people who are notchurch-goers, uncertain of their beliefs, oryoung in the faith. The course is beingoffered for its ninth consecutive year atShell Point!

Sign Up for the Introductory Presentation on Nov. 27

During the introductory presentationon Tuesday, November 27 at 7 p.m., partic-ipants will watch a video lecture entitled,Christianity – Boring, Irrelevant, Untrue? Therest of the course will be offered on tenTuesday evenings, from January 15 to March

19, and one Saturday morning, March 2.With the exception of the introductory

presentation on November 27,each presentation will beginwith a Palm Grill catered dinnerserved in the Grand CypressRoom, followed by a video lec-ture and a small group discus-sion. An Anglican vicar, NickyGumbel of Holy TrinityBrompton Church in London,gives the video lectures. Hishumor and clarity of expression,coupled with a low-key presen-tation style, make the fast-mov-ing talks the focus of each evening and anatural lead into small group discussions.These informal interchanges focus on discov-

ery rather than dogma. There are no dumbquestions or wrong answers. As people share

experiences and opinions, newfriendships form and we learnfrom each other.

Each session will begin at4:30 p.m. and end at 6:45 p.m.The course is free to participants,with the cost being underwrittenby The Village Church. To signup for the introductory sessionon November 27, call TheVillage Church office at 454-2147. Register for the actualcourse any time after the intro-

ductory session until December 31 by calling454-2147. Please note, space is limited andALPHA fills up quickly.

Introduction to AlphaInvitation to Participate in Faith Exploration SeriesB Y D A V I D P A V E Y ( C O Q U I N A )

Nicky Gumbel of Holy Trinity

Brompton Church inLondon, gives the

video lectures.

There are no dumb questions or wrong answers. As people share experiences and opinions, newfriendships form and we learn from each other.

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Island Café • 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.Start out the day at the Island Café with a complete cooked-

to-order breakfast hot off the grill. Or relax over a cup of freshlybrewed coffee and pastries. If you prefer a light lunch instead ofthe traditional Thanksgiving meal, the Island Café staff will bethere to serve you until 2 p.m. The Island Café is also offeringmini or full-sized fresh baked holiday pies for take-out during the holiday season.Stop in, or call 454-2286 to place an order.

Crystal Room • 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.The festive Thanksgiving buffet in the Crystal Room features

hand-carved roast turkey with dressing, baked ham, salmon, bakedchicken, and many other holiday favorites. Accompaniments include avariety of vegetables, a salad bar, and a selection of holiday desserts – including pump-kin and mince meat pies. Seating is based on availability. The buffet price is $21.95.

Palm Grill • 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. For full waited service in a more formal atmosphere, consider

dining at the Palm Grill where you can choose from a deliciousmenu including the traditional turkey dinner with all the trim-mings, as well as filet mignon, slow-roasted ham, or Chilean seabass. All dinners will include soup or salad. Prices range from $22.95 to $25.95. ThePalm Grill does not accept reservations, but call-ahead seating is available by calling454-2059 on Thanksgiving Day.

This year, consider making it a tradition to dine in one of Shell Point’s restaurants. We have options that are

sure to meet the needs of you and your guests. Diningchoices range from a bountiful buffet, full waited table

service, or a complete home-cooked holiday dinner for six.

Make Plans for Thanksgiving Day Dining

Café Promenade

*Please note: the Café

Promenade will be closed

Thanksgiving Day.

If you would like to have a traditional Thanksgiving meal prepared for you and ready to serve in your ownhome, the Crystal Room is offering our annual Family Feast meals. Each meal is fully cooked and ready toserve. Select from a whole roasted turkey dinner or a baked ham dinner.

The turkey dinner includes dressing, whipped potatoes, gravy, cranberry sauce, green beans amandine, andone dozen dinner rolls. The ham dinner comes with fruit sauce, sweet potatoes, green beans amandine, and onedozen dinner rolls. Either one of these delicious dinners can be ordered for $54.95 and servessix. Holiday desserts are also available for an additional cost to complete your Feast.

Orders must be placed by noon on Sunday, November 18, and can bepicked up at the Social Center on Thanksgiving Day between10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Call 454-2199 or stop by the CrystalRoom to place an order.

Family Feast — Turkey or Ham Dinner for 6


The annual Thanksgiving EveService hosted by The VillageChurch is a special tradition enjoyedby the entire Shell Point community.As you anticipate celebrating thisAmerican holiday with family andfriends, plan to attend The VillageChurch as residents and staff gathertogether on Wednesday, November21, at 7:15 p.m. to give thanks toGod for His bountiful provisions.

In addition to resident speakers,several employees will share duringthe service, including Joseph Julmeus,laundry supervisor; Ben DelBrocco,security manager; Mary Franklin,resort services and wellness manager;and Adam Brown, SPTV. Dan Philgreen,SPTV, will share in the ministry of music ashe strums his guitar and sings a song that hehas written expressing his gratitude to God.

The Senior Minister of The VillageChurch, Rev. Ken Nesselroade, will lead the

hour-long service. The Shell Point Singersand The Village Church Choir will com-bine their voices in a festive expression ofgratitude to God for his goodness. Spiritedcongregational singing will also be a signif-icant part of this community service of

praise and thanksgiving.The 16th Century hymn writer,

Martin Rinkart wrote the hymn NowThank We All Our God during very dis-mal circumstances. During the horren-dous period of the Thirty Years’ War,Rinkart pastored the church in his hometown of Eilenburg, Germany. This walledcity became a haven for political and mil-itary fugitives. In 1637, a plague sweptthrough the area, and since he was theonly surviving minister, Rinkart oftenconducted some 50 funerals a day. Yet heremained a man of irrepressible faith. Nomatter how dark or difficult our lives maybe, we can be thankful to the God “who,from our mothers’ arms, has blessed us on

our way with countless gifts of love, and stillis ours today.”

As together we recognize God’s provi-sion and blessing; let us pause to corporatelyraise our hearts, hands, and voices duringthis special Thanksgiving Eve service.

Now Thank We All Our God

With Hearts And Hands And Voices! B Y R A N D Y W O O D S , M I N I S T E R O F W O R S H I P A N D M U S I C

Employee Creativity AmazesThe Employee Arts and CraftsShow and Contest was on dis-play in the Resident Activity Centerfrom September 18 - 21. Throughoutthe week, more than 200 residentsvoted on their favorites of the 25entries which included jewelry, posterart, photography, painted chairs, ahand-crafted pen, drawings, and more.

“The talent displayed by employeeswas amazing!” said Mary Franklin,resort services and wellness manager.“Residents really enjoyed getting toknow employees a little bit more outside oftheir daily roles at Shell Point.” One residenthad a hard time deciding who to vote for andwrote on the ballot, “They are all winners!”

Yet, in the end, three first-place winnerswere announced. Phil Nedeau (woodshopsupervisor) won first-place in the Residents’Choice category. Phil carved his intricate and

delicate “Rose” from various woods. Thepetals are silver oak, the sepal is mahogany,the stem is teak, the leaves are curly maple,and the thorns are ebony.

Melody Desilets (volunteer coordina-tor) took home the first-place prize in theMost Creative category. She created her“Abstract Africa” one sunny afternoonafter she got the idea to pair the shape ofAfrica with the head of a zebra.

Sarah Nadal (marketing assistant)won first-place in the Most Unusual cat-egory. Sarah compiled memories from

her childhood in her “Out of Africa” suitcaseand handmade journal. Each piece depictsmemorable aspects of her time growing up inCote d'Ivoire, West Africa.

MOST CREATIVE1st – Melody Desilets (Resort Services)2nd – Phil Nedeau (Resort Services)3rd – Sarah Nadal (Communications)

MOST UNUSUAL1st – Sarah Nadal (Communications)2nd – Reva Daly

(Springs - Hospitality Services)3rd – Rochelle Cherniawski

(Communications)

RESIDENTS’ CHOICE1st – Phil Nedeau (Resort Services)2nd – Kathy Fairbanks

(Pavilion – Activities)3rd – Melody Desilets

(Resort Services)

The winners are…

Thanksgiving Eve ServiceNovember 21 • 7:15 p.m.

Residents and Employees Invited

Phil Nedeau, Melody Desilets, and Sarah Nadal

Coming Home toLake

Wogon

Who doesn’t like a good story? Whenmy husband and I go on long roadtrips, we often bring along a book-on-tape toprovide a diversion since we know that nomatter where we’re going, the first day willbe spent driving north on I-75. There havebeen times when we have gotten so engrossedin a good story that we’ve missed our exit andhad to continue on to the next stop.

We discovered A Prairie HomeCompanion many years ago on a return tripfrom Georgia when we happened to tune into the annual joke show, which kept uslaughing all the way home. Since then wehave been regular listeners and enjoyed thelatest skits with classic sound effects by FredNewman and musical acts along with Guy’sAll-Star Shoe Band. And of course, GarrisonKeillor’s weekly visits to Lake Wobegonwhere “the women are strong, the men aregood looking, and the children are aboveaverage.”

For many listeners, their introduction topublic radio was via Lake Wobegon. Like myhusband and me, they tuned in to enjoy themusic and the story telling. Later they dis-covered the great news and information pro-

grams available on public radio. Like manylisteners, I rely on WGCU to keep meinformed and help me understand this com-plex and sometimes perplexing world we livein. At the end of a news-filled week, A PrairieHome Companion is a soft place to fall. I con-sider it a respite from the challenges ourcountry and world face. Two hours of laugh-

out-loud stories and toe-tapping music thatis as comfortable to me as my favorite oldsweater and cozy slippers.

A Prairie Home Companion has been astaple on public radio for more than 30 years.Vast are the stories of listeners who grew uplistening to A Prairie Home Companion andwho are now enjoying the show with theirchildren and grandchildren.

Having worked at Shell Point for 18years, I have met many wonderful peoplewho bring a world of experience and rich life

history to our community. Through them Ihave learned the importance of appreciatingthis collective history we all share, and totreasure the stories of the past. Perhaps theenchanting legacy of this two-hour radioshow is its ability to connect us to our familyas well as to our past and our community.

When WGCU made the tough budget-ary decision to cancel A Prairie HomeCompanion, it came as no surprise that lis-teners in Southwest Florida were disap-pointed. It just made sense for Shell Point tohelp WGCU bring back this entertaining,wholesome program that has been enjoyedby so many.

Shell Point has been a sponsor of publicradio in Southwest Florida for more than 20years and this has been a wonderful opportu-nity to partner with WGCU Public Radio toprovide A Prairie Home Companion as well asmany other quality programs for listeners.

Thanks to the generosity of Shell Pointand other faithful supporters of WGCU, Iand many others can once again look forwardto curling up in our favorite chair onSaturday evening and coming home to LakeWobegon.

Perhaps the enchanting legacy of

this radio show is its ability to

connect us to our family as well as

to our past and our community.

B Y L Y N N S C H N E I D E R , A S S T . V . P . O F M A R K E T I N G A N D C O M M U N I C A T I O N S

Shell Point Life November 2012

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